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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