A Personal Note to Parents from Rob Jackson

We live in a difficult age, don't we? Our children are often exposed to things that challenge their character development and overall wellness. 

When I entered this specialization in 1994, pornography was a "men's issue." As the Internet became more available I saw that it could also entrap women. By 2008, adolescents addicted to Internet pornography constituted 20% of my practice.

Sadly, adolescents are among the most difficult clients to treat. Frankly, they haven't lost marriages, careers, and a host of other things to their emerging addictions. Yet, their need for help is perhaps even more important, since they're in an season of crucial psycho-sexual development. 

If you're son or daughter is in trouble with Internet pornography or other sexual behaviors, there won't be a quick fix. However, there is much that we can accomplish if we work together. 

I encourage you to consider the following:

• Write down your concerns on paper. What evidence do you have that your child is in trouble? What changes have you seen in their disposition or peer group? Be sure to journal events where you have to confront your child. For example, journal the date and time, what happened, and how your child responded to your intervention. 

• Read my recovery articles. Be sure to take note of the "parents' section.

• Write down your questions and give me a toll free call at (888) 891-HOPE (4673). I'm here to listen to your concerns and to help you find solutions. And there's no fee or obligation for your first 30-minute consultation. 

Blessings,

Rob Jackson, MS, LPC

P.S. Please be sure to download a free copy of "What Concerned Parents Need to Know About Internet Porn."