RSHE (PSHE)

Pornography and the law

Key Stage 4, RSHE (PSHE), Online and media: Dangers of viewing explicit material

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Pornography and the law

This lesson will focus on clarifying what constitutes illegal explicit content online (under 18, rape/sexual violence, sexual acts that risk death/serious damage) and reporting illegal content. This lesson covers some content that may be a sensitive topic for you. We recommend checking with a trusted adult before starting or doing the lesson with a trusted adult nearby.

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Quiz:

Intro quiz - Recap from previous lesson

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Q1.Illegal explicit online content...

Means having no control over what you are doing/taking/using and it becomes harmful.Refers to any content of an illegal nature that displays explicit material.Refers to how an addict becomes more addicted over time, starting small and then escalating.

1/5

Q2.Pornography...

Refers to viewing of visual or printed material for sexual gratification and excitement.Refers to selfishly taking advantage of someone else to benefit yourself.Means misunderstanding about the ‘spiral of addiction’.

2/5

Q3.Addiction...

Refers to how an addict becomes more addicted over time, starting small and then escalating.Alienation from those who are around you.Means having no control over what you are doing / taking / using and it becomes harmful.

3/5

Q4.Which of the following statements about viewing explicit online content is INCORRECT?

As a person’s need for more increases, other parts of their life begin to suffer.Over time, a person's need for more becomes lesser as they build up a tolerance.As a person’s need for more increases, so do the problems associated with behaviour.

4/5

Q5.Which of the following is NOT an issue associated with stopping viewing explicit materials?

Thinking you have control over the addictionActively seeking support / helpNot being able to reduce time on internet/devicesMisunderstanding about the ‘spiral of addiction’

5/5

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Quiz:

Intro quiz - Recap from previous lesson

Before we start this lesson, let’s see what you can remember from this topic. Here’s a quick quiz!

Q1.Illegal explicit online content...

Means having no control over what you are doing/taking/using and it becomes harmful.Refers to any content of an illegal nature that displays explicit material.Refers to how an addict becomes more addicted over time, starting small and then escalating.

1/5

Q2.Pornography...

Refers to viewing of visual or printed material for sexual gratification and excitement.Refers to selfishly taking advantage of someone else to benefit yourself.Means misunderstanding about the ‘spiral of addiction’.

2/5

Q3.Addiction...

Refers to how an addict becomes more addicted over time, starting small and then escalating.Alienation from those who are around you.Means having no control over what you are doing / taking / using and it becomes harmful.

3/5

Q4.Which of the following statements about viewing explicit online content is INCORRECT?

As a person’s need for more increases, other parts of their life begin to suffer.Over time, a person's need for more becomes lesser as they build up a tolerance.As a person’s need for more increases, so do the problems associated with behaviour.

4/5

Q5.Which of the following is NOT an issue associated with stopping viewing explicit materials?

Thinking you have control over the addictionActively seeking support / helpNot being able to reduce time on internet/devicesMisunderstanding about the ‘spiral of addiction’

5/5

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Pornography and the law

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Q1.Which of the following statements about explicit material is false?

Young people may see things online that is unsuitable for their age of developmental stage.What is seen will be interpreted differently depending on the maturity level of the child.It is not possible to access explicit content on any device on which the internet is accessible.

1/10

Q2.Which of the following statements about avoiding explicit content is false?

It is a good idea to ask parents to set parental control restrictions via your internet provider.If you have concerns about what you have seen, it is best to keep quiet and try to forget it.There are organisations who can give you advice on how to stay safe.

2/10

Q3.Which of the following statements about effects of viewing explicit content on relationships is false?

Viewing explicit content can have a positive effect on a young person’s attitude and beliefs.The content can encourage inappropriate beliefs about what constitutes a healthy relationship.Abusive behaviour may be unconsciously imitated.

3/10

Q4.Which of the following should we NOT do if exposed to explicit content?

Turn the screen off and speak to a ‘trusted adult’, especially if something is upsetting/distressing.Send the content on to other users to see if they find it upsetting too.Block the user the content came from and report them on the platform they are using.

4/10

Q5.Which of the following statements about child sexual exploitation is incorrect?

Anybody can be a perpetrator, no matter their age, gender or race.Exploitation can take place over a short or long period of time – from weeks to years.Young people in gangs are not exploited.

5/10

Q6.Which of the following statements about viewing explicit content is false?

All of the content is safe and will not cause distress or influence attitudes.It can encourage a stronger belief in gender stereotypes, particularly for males.Attitudes and responses can vary by gender.

6/10

Q7.Which of the following statements about the need for viewing more explicit content over time is false?

As a person’s need for more increases, so do the problems associated with behaviour.Attitudes, behaviours and responses do not vary between people.As a person’s need for more increases, other parts of their life begin to suffer.

7/10

Q8.Addiction ...

Refers to selfishly taking advantage of someone else to benefit yourself.Refers to any content of an illegal nature that displays explicit material.Means having no control over what you are doing/taking/using and it becomes harmful.

8/10

Q9.Which of the following statements about the risks of young people watching pornography is incorrect?

Unrealistic expectations of body image and performance.Unrealistic attitudes about sex and consent.Positive attitudes about roles and identities in relationships.

9/10

Q10.Pornography...

Refers to any content of an illegal nature that displays explicit material.Refers to viewing of visual or printed material for sexual gratification and excitement.Refers to how an addict becomes more addicted over time, starting small and then escalating.

10/10

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Quiz:

Pornography and the law

Don’t worry if you get a question wrong! Forgetting is an important step in learning. We will recap next lesson.

Q1.Which of the following statements about explicit material is false?

Young people may see things online that is unsuitable for their age of developmental stage.What is seen will be interpreted differently depending on the maturity level of the child.It is not possible to access explicit content on any device on which the internet is accessible.

1/10

Q2.Which of the following statements about avoiding explicit content is false?

It is a good idea to ask parents to set parental control restrictions via your internet provider.If you have concerns about what you have seen, it is best to keep quiet and try to forget it.There are organisations who can give you advice on how to stay safe.

2/10

Q3.Which of the following statements about effects of viewing explicit content on relationships is false?

Viewing explicit content can have a positive effect on a young person’s attitude and beliefs.The content can encourage inappropriate beliefs about what constitutes a healthy relationship.Abusive behaviour may be unconsciously imitated.

3/10

Q4.Which of the following should we NOT do if exposed to explicit content?

Turn the screen off and speak to a ‘trusted adult’, especially if something is upsetting/distressing.Send the content on to other users to see if they find it upsetting too.Block the user the content came from and report them on the platform they are using.

4/10

Q5.Which of the following statements about child sexual exploitation is incorrect?

Anybody can be a perpetrator, no matter their age, gender or race.Exploitation can take place over a short or long period of time – from weeks to years.Young people in gangs are not exploited.

5/10

Q6.Which of the following statements about viewing explicit content is false?

All of the content is safe and will not cause distress or influence attitudes.It can encourage a stronger belief in gender stereotypes, particularly for males.Attitudes and responses can vary by gender.

6/10

Q7.Which of the following statements about the need for viewing more explicit content over time is false?

As a person’s need for more increases, so do the problems associated with behaviour.Attitudes, behaviours and responses do not vary between people.As a person’s need for more increases, other parts of their life begin to suffer.

7/10

Q8.Addiction ...

Refers to selfishly taking advantage of someone else to benefit yourself.Refers to any content of an illegal nature that displays explicit material.Means having no control over what you are doing/taking/using and it becomes harmful.

8/10

Q9.Which of the following statements about the risks of young people watching pornography is incorrect?

Unrealistic expectations of body image and performance.Unrealistic attitudes about sex and consent.Positive attitudes about roles and identities in relationships.

9/10

Q10.Pornography...

Refers to any content of an illegal nature that displays explicit material.Refers to viewing of visual or printed material for sexual gratification and excitement.Refers to how an addict becomes more addicted over time, starting small and then escalating.

10/10

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