At a time when pornography is more accessible than ever and many young people are inadvisably turning to pornography to learn about sex and relationships, this book explores what pornography is, the politics behind pornography, how it can affect both sexual and non-sexual relationships and the effects of pornography on mental health. The book also covers the important wider topics of the making and sharing of inappropriate images and over exposure to porn contributing to what is becoming known as ‘rape culture’. It includes full lesson plans, activities, photocopiable materials and clear information on how to implement the programme, including outlines for staff CPD sessions and parent workshops. This book will be vital for PSHE teachers, senior leadership teams, pastoral care teams, school counsellors, youth workers, school nurses, and anyone who might be involved in sex education provision for young people.

Contents:

• Chapter 1: Defining Pornography
• Chapter 2: The Politics of Porn
• Chapter 3: Sex Sells
• Chapter 4: Finding out about sex
• Chapter 5: Porn Vs. Real Life Relationships
• Chapter 6: Porn, Body Image and Mental Health
• Updated Appendices

Author Bio:

Vanessa Rogers is a qualified teacher, trainer and youth worker with several years’ experience both at practitioner and management levels. Prior to becoming a nationally acclaimed youth work consultant, Vanessa managed a wide range of services for young people including a large youth centre and targeted detached projects in Hertfordshire, UK. Vanessa has written a number of popular resource books for those working with young people, including A Little Book of Drugs, A Little Book of Alcohol, A Little Book of Tobacco, Cyberbullying, Working with Young Women and Working with Young Men. Her books are on the reading list for students studying social work and youth work degrees at universities across the UK, where she has given guest lectures.

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• 101 Things to Do on the Street: Games and Resources for Detached, Outreach and Street-Based Youth Work 2ed
• Games and Activities for Exploring Feelings with Children
• Let’s Talk Relationships: Activities for Exploring Love, Sex, Friendship and Family with Young People 2ed
• Working with Young Men: Activities for Exploring Personal, Social and Emotional Issues 2ed
• Working with Young Women: Activities for Exploring Personal, Social and Emotional Issues 2ed
• Educating Young People About Pornography Relationships and Sex Education (RSE) Activities for 11-19 year olds