Porn Addiction – Who should I talk to about porn addiction

Porn Addiction – Who should I talk to about porn addiction

You probably think of “addiction” as a term related to drug and alcohol use. However, it describes substance abuse and some compulsive behaviors. This includes the consumption of pornography. Watching porn can become just as addictive as using drugs or alcohol and the processes and effects of the two kinds of addiction are very much alike. The fact is addiction to drugs and porn are so similar that they often occur at the same time. And sometimes, a person will use one behavior to replace the other.

Although there are no precise figures, experts in the field believe as many as one in 25 adults is affected by compulsive sexual behavior. Excessive use of pornography is one of the main features of the condition. That can affect personal lives and work, causing distress and feelings of shame.

The porn addict can never satisfy their desire, but they cannot stop trying, which feeds anger, violence, depression. The search for satisfaction leads to ever increasing abuse of the sexual energy and sexual glands, and eventual depletion of one’s vitality, causing early aging, impotence, glandular imbalances, and other addictions.

By continually seeking more stimulating sensations, the conscience degenerates, and becomes capable of shameful, criminal acts. This is why there is so much violent sexual crime.

Pornography can have negative consequences for both the user and his or her intimate partner. Some of the common damaging effects of pornography for users can include addiction, isolation, increased aggression, distorted beliefs and perceptions about relationships and sexuality, negative feelings about themselves, and neglecting other areas of their lives.

Treatment For Porn Addiction

There are several types of treatment for addiction to pornography. The most common are psychotherapy, medication assisted treatments, and support groups.

Support groups are an excellent resource. During the peer meetings, individuals with the similar goal to be free of porn addiction or similar conditions offer their insights, experiences, and encouragement. The group members support each other by providing assistance. Through a community effort, everyone can achieve long-term recovery from their disorders.

Studies show that peer support services significantly improve participants’ self-efficacy, personal views, and feelings about themselves. Over time, they can lead to a significant improvement in risky behavior prevention, harm reduction, and interventions. A trained addiction counsellor is the best person to speak to, they will be able to guide you to the best route for your specific needs.

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