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Dear Teen—Fear is the biggest obstacle to overcome

August 30, 2015 John ThoringtonNews, TeensLeave a comment2

Perhaps the biggest obstacle that keep teens from sharing about their addiction is fear—fear of how your parents will react or fear about disappointing your family. If this is also holding you back, I want to encourage you to be courageous.Read More

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You have been invited to a life of relational and sexual fulfillment

August 29, 2015 John ThoringtonBooks, News, TeensLeave a comment0

War has been declared, and every teen needs a plan of action for living pure in this epic battlefield. Teens today are confronted with a culture of online pornography, chat rooms, sexting, and sex-on-demand. The enemy attacks the young, hoping to wound and leave them destroyed. But there is hope.Read More

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Four things you should know about pornography and the brain

July 29, 2015 John ThoringtonNews, TeensLeave a comment3

You need at least a basic understanding of the brain in order to live a pure life. Until a few years ago, there was little evidence and research to reach reliable conclusions. Today, thanks to breakthroughs in neuroscience, scientists have been able to view the activity of the brain as it functions.Read More

An important message about sex: It's a great gift from God

Sex is an enjoyable gift from God

July 12, 2015 John ThoringtonNews, TeensLeave a comment0

All this talk about the problem of pornography may give you the wrong impression about sex. It needs to be stated very clearly that the problem isn’t with sex. It doesn’t mean there is something wrong with you if you enjoy the thought or sight of the opposite sex. God built us with that natural attraction.Read More

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7 ways to improve your brain power in recovery

June 20, 2015 John ThoringtonNewsLeave a comment0

Our brains control everything we do. The road to recovery from addiction starts with making your brain the best it can be. By starting here, it makes it much easier for you to gain control of your life. Read More

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10 targets for teen recovery success

June 7, 2015 John ThoringtonNews, TeensLeave a comment0

How can teens and parents know if recovery is working? The answer is by using targets to measure progress. Like rock cairns, which guide hikers along a path, targets tell us where we are and when we are being successful.Read More

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Does your teen have a problem with pornography?

May 25, 2015 John ThoringtonNews, Teens4 Comments0

It is easy to be deceived today with the many lies promoted through the various media. Another danger is the unwillingness to face the truth when it comes to ourselves. It can be confusing trying to figure out if your teen has a problem with pornography. This short quiz can help you determine if your teen needs help.Read More

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4 things family members can do to support the recovery process

May 17, 2015 John ThoringtonNewsLeave a comment0

Support by family members is important. Family therapy can also serve to identify and bring out in to the open unhealthy behavior. For example, parents becoming overly focused on the struggling teen and neglecting other siblings. In therapy, parents learn to focus on what they can control, and then they learn how best to support all of the family.Read More

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Cybersex, the “Great Accelerator”

May 9, 2015 John ThoringtonNews, TeensLeave a comment0

Pornography and online activities can become a compulsive problem in a very short time. Patrick Carnes, a leading authority on sexual addiction, refers to cybersex as the “great accelerator” of sexually compulsive behavior. Sex online creates so many options and allows people to become involved in sexual behavior that they otherwise would never have explored. Read More

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9 Steps for Pastors Struggling with Pornography

April 1, 2015 John ThoringtonNewsLeave a comment0

Pastor, there are three things that need to be said. First, there are many pastors like yourself who struggle with pornography. Second, you must address and help the people struggling in your congregation. And third, you cannot help others with this problem until you get help.Read More

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