A Skeptical Look at NPR’s Dismissive Answer [Note: this article is a year old. We were so disgusted by NPR’s shoddy journalism (using as its source a close ally of the porn industry’s “Free Speech Coalition”) as well as its treachery in willfully ignoring key facts of which it was repeatedly informed, that we didn’t […]
Shaun Flores was 11 years old when he first started watching porn, after being introduced to it by a friend. “I was hooked almost immediately,” the now 30-year-old says. “It was just like, wow, what is this that people are doing where they look like they’re just having the time of their lives.” Shaun’s curiosity […]
Laila Mickelwait is the author of “Takedown: Inside the Fight to Shut Down Pornhub for Child Abuse, Rape, and Sex Trafficking”. At around 1 hour and 38:50 minutes she and Theo discuss PIED (porn induced erectile dysfunction) and the damage porn does to some relationships. Listen here Thanks to Mickelwait’s efforts, Visa, MC and Discover […]
Enjoy Pierce’s humorous account of educating porn-drenched students about how to work toward healthy sexuality. […]
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Don’t miss this heartfelt account of a guy who recovered from porn addiction. By sharing his challenging journey and emphasizing the significance of mental health practices, David prompts viewers to consider their relationship with technology, encouraging a thoughtful and balanced approach for a healthier, more connected life.” Hailing from various parts of British Columbia, David […]
A major free speech argument about pornographic websites went disastrously for the porn industry. On Wednesday, the Supreme Court heard the first major First Amendment case involving pornography — or, for that matter, sexual speech of any kind — in more than two decades. It’s also the first such case since Republicans gained a 6-3 […]
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Have you been sidetracked by porn, online dating and social media? If so, you may find this discussion worthwhile. Of course, the next step is to take steps toward real connection with other humans. How can you shift away from being online toward time with real people? […]
Sexual Health & Compulsivity Hall, P., Bingham, S., Bunaciu, A., & Best, D. (2024). 1–15. https://doi.org/10.1080/26929953.2024.2411620 Abstract Background and aims: CSBD (compulsive sexual behavior disorder) is often criticized for a lack of studies on treatment efficacy and an over-emphasis on behavior change rather than on emotional well-being. This paper explores the effectiveness of providing […]
There is a commonly held belief that if an author with an advanced degree publishes a paper in a peer-reviewed journal, the content contained within the paper is well-sourced, reliable, and written in the absence of bad faith or undisclosed conflicts of interest. Most academics operate by a strict set of ethical guidelines. Most scientists […]
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Comment: Well thought out, evidence-based article about the impact of today’s porn. also addresses recovery strategies. Quite long, so get comfortable before reading. With the rise of the digital age, porn has never been more accessible. It’s found on TVs, computers, tablets and smartphones. Within seconds, you could be watching porn right now. And unlike […]
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