Left To Their Own Devices

The Worst Sex Ed Class Ever

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Nov 14, 2025
Harrison Haynes, a young adult overcoming a troubled past of intense gaming, online grooming, and compulsive pornography use, shares his gripping journey of recovery. Susie Dunn, a law and technology expert, provides insights into how predators exploit children in online spaces. They discuss staggering statistics on youth exposure to pornography and its alarming links to rising teenage violence. The conversation highlights the importance of open discussions about porn and the need for comprehensive media literacy to protect the next generation.
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ANECDOTE

Child Groomed Via Roblox Chat

  • Nat was introduced to an adults-only chat through Roblox at 11 and downloaded an app called Anti-Land after a stranger sent a link.
  • She began receiving explicit messages, sent photos to many men, and started watching porn heavily to fill the void.
INSIGHT

Algorithms Push And Escalate Sexual Content

  • Researchers call the phenomenon 'porn push' where sexual content is pushed into kids' feeds and messages instead of sought out.
  • Algorithmic microdosing desensitizes youth, escalating their need for more extreme content over time.
INSIGHT

Porn Is Ubiquitous And Often Violent

  • Porn is now a regular part of teen life with huge reach and frequent use reported in surveys.
  • Much of available porn is driven by profit and the male gaze, often featuring verbal and physical aggression.
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