Sep 29 2024 30 mins 1
Listen in for a discussion with Dr. Camden Morgante about the harmful myths of purity culture, its lasting impact, and how to heal from the associated shame and trauma. They also explore ways to create healthier conversations around sexuality for the next generation.
Dr. Camden Morgante is a licensed psychologist with nearly 15 years of experience as a therapist and college professor. She owns a private therapy practice and is a writer, speaker, and coach on purity culture recovery, egalitarianism, and faith reconstruction. Her first book, Recovering from Purity Culture, will be published in October 2024 by Baker Books. Dr. Camden lives in Knoxville, Tennessee with her husband and their daughter and son. Learn more about Camden on her website, www.drcamden.com
Time Stamps:
00:00 Welcome to the Untidy Faith Podcast
01:30 Defining Purity Culture
02:26 Harmful Myths of Purity Culture
05:41 Trauma and Purity Culture
09:14 Gender Differences in Purity Culture
13:04 Media's Role in Promoting Purity Culture
15:41 Healing from Sexual Shame
21:08 Support Systems for Recovery
24:52 Parenting Beyond Purity Culture
29:13 Conclusion and Resources
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