Once my husband 'discovered' porn, he became addicted to it very quickly. So much so, that over 10 years later, it threatened our marriage, because I don't believe there is any place for it in our marriage. I realise others have differing opinions, and I think I'm about to be the odd one out, but here goes...

I don't think that pornography promotes the right attitude towards women/men and relationships. For me, sex only belongs in marriage (another differing view, I know!). Therefore, to allow adolescents to stimulate themselves to a magazine/dvd/video will only promote frustration in the long term. I feel that it puts too much emphasis on the physical/sexual side of relationships, rather than getting into a relationship with someone that you are friends with.

I know that these days it is considered normal, but I would prefer to teach my children how to cultivate platonic relationships, rather than allowing/encouraging them to seek out early sexual experiences.

*Once again, everything in this post is MY opinion only - I fully respect other peoples views, I just wanted to present mine.