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Study: Violent video games alter brain functions in young men
The debate has been raging for years as to whether violent video…
The debate has been raging for years as to whether violent video games actually result in violent behavior. Intuitively, it seems that it would. However, researchers like Henry Jenkins* and Cheryl Olson have found few…
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Broadcasting Live from Your Teen’s Bedroom: The Dangers of Video Chat
by Thomas McClurg and Sam Black Imagine drawing back the curtain to…
by Thomas McClurg and Sam Black Imagine drawing back the curtain to your kitchen window and seeing scores of strangers staring back. What if some were even naked, or held up signs that read “take…
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Siren Song: Overcoming Pornography Temptations
In Greek mythology they are called the Sirens, mythical seductresses of the…
In Greek mythology they are called the Sirens, mythical seductresses of the sea. These creatures of great beauty sit in the flowery meadow on small, rocky islands in the Mediterranean. The Sirens are divine beings…
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Hope After Porn: Adultery of the Heart – From Fantasy to Reality
I’m gonna sing this song To let you know that you’re not…
I’m gonna sing this song To let you know that you’re not alone And if you’re like me you need hope, coffee, and melody So sit back down, and let the world keep spinnin’ round…
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Expert Interview: How does pornography invade our homes?
In this video, my friend Dan Lohrmann shares about how pornography comes…
In this video, my friend Dan Lohrmann shares about how pornography comes into our homes. How do kids and adults stumble into it? How can parents be diligent to protect their homes? Dan is an…
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How do you identify your idols?
Many segments of the church today are becoming more vocal about the…
Many segments of the church today are becoming more vocal about the subject of “idolatry.” This prevalent biblical theme—something we find throughout the Old and New Testaments—should stand at the center of our definition of…
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Turning Off Technology: When Is Using Your iPad or Smartphone Unwise?
Almost everyone recognizes the need to balance online and offline life and…
Almost everyone recognizes the need to balance online and offline life and use technology with a measure of discretion. But implementing this pragmatic goal is easier said than done. As we discussed in my last…
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Stomp Out Cyberbullying with the Great American NO BULL Challenge
by Tina Ray Cyberbullying is a hot topic in the news lately—and…
by Tina Ray Cyberbullying is a hot topic in the news lately—and for good reason. The recent statistics on cyberbullying are alarming: More than half of America’s teens have been harassed online, and about the…
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Broadcasting Live from Your Teen’s Bedroom
Imagine drawing back the curtain to your kitchen window and seeing scores…
Imagine drawing back the curtain to your kitchen window and seeing scores of strangers staring back. What if some were even naked or held up signs that read “take off your shirt”? As bizarre and…
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Google’s New Privacy Policy: A Safety Workaround for You and Your Teen
This article was originally published at Yoursphere.com and was reprinted with permission.…
This article was originally published at Yoursphere.com and was reprinted with permission. Taking a page from Facebook, Google has now lowered the minimum age required to join Google+ from 18 to 13. They claim that…