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Engaged Fatherhood Around the World Reduces Teen Pornography Use

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD Increasing evidence suggests that adolescents benefit markedly when fathers are emotionally present and actively involved in guiding their children’s digital behavior....

Teaching Children Early About the Dangers of Pornography

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD Understanding the Risks In today's digital world, children are increasingly vulnerable to early and unintentional exposure to pornography. Many first encounter explicit...

How Pornography Production Markets and Targets Youth

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD The Growing Threat to Children and Adolescents Pornography production and marketing has evolved into a sophisticated, multibillion-dollar industry with one of its most...

Why Most Teens Don't Talk to Their Parents About Pornography

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD The Silence Surrounding Pornography Use Among Teens In today’s digital age, access to pornography has become increasingly easy for adolescents, often beginning in...

Betrayal Trauma: Rebuilding After the Deepest Wounds

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD Understanding Betrayal Trauma Betrayal trauma occurs when someone we deeply trust violates that trust in a profound way. This form of trauma is especially devastating in...

Faith and Mental Health: Breaking the Stigma in the Church

Dr. Floyd Godfrey, PhD Mental health is a topic many churches have historically struggled to address. For generations, Christians have leaned into Scripture for strength during times of distress,...

Raising Children in a Digital Age: Guidance for Parents

Dr. Floyd Godfrey Today’s parents are navigating uncharted waters. The digital age has transformed childhood, presenting unique challenges in emotional development, social behavior, and...

Helping Teens Develop a Personal Faith

Dr. Floyd Godfrey One of the most critical seasons in spiritual development is adolescence. As teens grow in independence, they begin to ask deeper questions about life, identity, and belief....

The Importance of Sabbath Rest for Pastors and Families

Dr. Floyd Godfrey In the busyness of modern life, many families—especially those involved in ministry—struggle to find time for rest. Pastors, ministry leaders, and parents often...

Sexualized Emotions: Understanding the Roots of Sexualized Attachments

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD The Fusion of Emotion and Sexuality In my clinical experience, I've observed that emotional experiences, especially those stemming from unmet attachment needs or...

Adolescent Pornography Exposure Shapes Influences Sexual Development

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD The Power of Exposure in the Adolescent Mind Adolescence is a critical window of neurological and emotional development, particularly regarding sexual identity and...

Identity and Endurance: Finding Strength in Knowing Whose You Are

Dr. Floyd Godfrey In a world that often defines us by our achievements, failures, or the opinions of others, the need for rooted identity is more urgent than ever. Zach Clinton (2024) offers a...

Trusting God Through the Fires of Life

Dr. Floyd Godfrey When we face difficult seasons in life—grief, loss, uncertainty, or pain—our natural instinct is to ask, “Why, God?” We look for answers that might...

When Shame Becomes an Obstacle for Help with Pornography Addiction

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD Why Shame Silences So Many Men One of the most pervasive barriers preventing men—and particularly young men—from seeking support for pornography addiction is...

Finding Stability After Sexual Betrayal With the Help of The Holy Spirit

Dr. Floyd Godfrey healing from a husband's sexual betrayal through the Holy Spirit's guidance When a woman discovers her husband's sexual sin—whether it’s pornography,...

The Psychological Toll of Character Assassination

By Dr. Floyd Godfrey Character assassination—defined as a deliberate and sustained effort to damage an individual's reputation—has become increasingly prevalent in today's...

The Damaging Impact of Emotional Abuse on Children

By Dr. Floyd Godfrey Children who experience emotional abuse often carry invisible scars that persist long after the abuse ends. Unlike physical abuse, emotional abuse strikes at the very core of...

The Toxic Shame of Narcissistic Personality Disorder

By Dr. Floyd Godfrey Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) is more than an inflated sense of self-importance—it is a complex psychological struggle rooted in deep-seated emotional wounds,...

Making Amends as a Pathway to Healing in Sex Addiction Recovery

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD Amends in Recovery For individuals recovering from sex addiction, Step Nine in the Sex Addicts Anonymous (SAA) program—making direct amends—becomes more than...

Restoring Relationships in Sex Addiction Recovery

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD Understanding the Need for Ammends Sex addiction often leaves a trail of emotional damage in its wake, affecting not only the individual but also their loved ones. As...

Three Cognitive Distortions That Undermine Your Self-Esteem

By Dr. Floyd Godfrey Low self-esteem remains a central issue for many individuals navigating emotional health concerns, from anxiety to depression. It not only affects personal fulfillment but...

How Thinking Patterns Shape Our Self-Esteem

By Dr. Floyd Godfrey Self-esteem is foundational to our emotional and mental well-being. It influences how we view ourselves, relate to others, and navigate life’s challenges. When...

The Critical Role of Adults' Response When Boys Are Sexually Abused

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD Unspoken Wounds Sexual abuse among boys is more common than many acknowledge, yet it remains shrouded in silence. Unlike societal narratives that often focus on female...

Roots of Sexual Addiction: How Disconnection and Abuse Can Drive Youth Toward Sexual Compulsion

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD Disconnected and Vulnerable Children thrive in environments rich in emotional connection, safety, and affirmation. When these needs are unmet—especially in homes...

The Power of Boundaries in Healthy Emotional Development

By Dr. Floyd Godfrey Many individuals entering therapy or coaching are unsure about where their responsibilities begin and end, both internally and externally. Boundaries—those invisible...

When Pornography Targets Our Children: Patience and Compassion

By Dr. Floyd Godfrey In today’s world, children are not merely stumbling across pornography—they are being targeted by it. The ease of digital access, the rise of visual media, and...

Teaching God-Given Sexuality in a Pornographic World

By Dr. Floyd Godfrey Navigating Parenting and Faith in the Age of Digital Temptation In an era when smartphones, tablets, and virtual reality headsets can offer unfiltered access to explicit...

The Lasting Impact of Fathers on Their Children

By Dr. Floyd Godfrey The presence and engagement of fathers in a child’s life have long been undervalued, especially in early developmental years. However, emerging research continues to...

The Essential Role of Fathers in Raising Emotionally Healthy Children

By Dr. Floyd Godfrey The importance of fathers for identity formation In today’s culture, many families face the subtle temptation to place the full burden of parenting on mothers,...

The Critical Role of Fathers in Co-Parenting and Child Development

By Dr. Floyd Godfrey The role of fathers in raising emotionally healthy and resilient children is gaining long-overdue recognition. As more families shift away from traditional parenting...

Understanding Your Defenses Against Pain

By Dr. Floyd Godfrey Many individuals who’ve experienced emotional trauma or ongoing distress unconsciously develop defense mechanisms that serve to protect them from further pain. Claudia...

The Journey Inward: Changing From the Inside Out in Addiction Recovery

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD Understanding the Inner Side Addiction recovery isn't merely about behavior modification—it is a profound journey toward reclaiming the self. For individuals...

Disconnected by Connection: The Risk of Virtual Relationships in Fueling Online Sexual Behavior

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD The Illusion of Intimacy The rapid rise of digital communication has transformed how people interact, creating a world where messages and emojis often replace real...

Cultivating Deeper Bonds: Friendship and the Courage of Self-Disclosure

Dr. Floyd Godfrey In the fast-paced modern world, friendship can often fall to the wayside—reduced to sporadic texts or brief interactions on social media. Yet, meaningful connection...

The Power of Brotherhood: Friendship in the Fight Against Pornography Addiction

By Dr. Floyd Godfrey Friendship and accountability for Christian men battling pornography addiction Overcoming addiction, especially pornography addiction, can feel like an overwhelming and...

The Gift of Friendship: Why Some People Never Lack Companionship

By Dr. Floyd Godfrey Why Some People Always Have Friends and the Secret to Deep, Lasting Relationships In a world filled with social media followers and surface-level connections, the longing...

Healing from a Shame-Based Identity

By Dr. Floyd Godfrey Shame is a powerful emotional experience that can shape an individual's identity from early life and well into adulthood. Often rooted in traumatic experiences, abuse,...

He Survived the Sextortion - Journey of Pain

(*Names have been changed to protect the privacy of this young man’s story) By Floyd Godfrey, PhD My name is Kyle, and my life was shattered when I got caught in a sextortion scheme. It...

Responding to Sextortion and Residual Trauma

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD Creating Safety Through Calm and Compassion Discovering that your child is caught in a sextortion situation can be one of the most alarming moments in a parent's...

Sextortion - What to do if it happens to you

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD Sextortion, a form of online exploitation where individuals are coerced into providing explicit images or money under threat, has become increasingly prevalent among...

What are Deepfake Nudes - A Growing Concern for Youth

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD The rise of deepfake technology—where artificial intelligence (AI) generates hyper-realistic but fake media—has introduced new threats to youth, especially in...

What is the Arousal Template

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD Patterns and the Human Brain Sexual addiction recovery often begins with understanding the deep-seated psychological patterns that drive behavior. As Patrick Carnes...

The Crisis of Identity in a Post-Truth Culture

By Dr. Floyd Godfrey In today's digital age, where identity can be self-defined and truth is often viewed as subjective, individuals are experiencing a quiet but profound mental health...

Let God Handle It: Granting God the License to Restore Your Recovery Journey

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD The Burden of Overcontrol In recovery work—especially in the realm of pornography and sexual addiction—clients often come in tightly wound, gripping their...

Living with High-Functioning Anxiety

Dr. Floyd Godfrey In today’s high-paced world, anxiety is more than common—it’s often worn as a badge of productivity. High-functioning anxiety, in particular, tends to...

Analyzing Pornhub 2024 Year in Review: Insights into Evolving Sexual Preferences

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD The digital age has significantly influenced sexual behaviors and preferences, with online platforms providing a lens into these evolving trends. Pornhub's 2024 Year in...

Youth and Mental Health - Bark's 2024 Annual Report

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD The digital landscape continues to evolve, presenting new challenges for youth and those dedicated to their well-being. Bark's 2024 Annual Report offers a comprehensive...

Helping Teens with Compulsive Sexual Behavior

The Growing Challenge of Adolescent Sexual Compulsivity In today's hypersexualized culture, teens are increasingly vulnerable to developing compulsive sexual behaviors. With digital access,...

From Shame to Strength: A Father's Call to Bold Leadership

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD Every father carries a story. For some, it's marked with deep joy and proud memories. For others, it's weighed down by regret—words spoken in anger, seasons of...

Surviving False Witness: Finding Strength in the Storm

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD Have you ever been falsely accused or misrepresented by someone you once trusted? Has your name been dragged through the mud by lies, gossip, or a carefully crafted smear...
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