Image of the reward circuitry of the brain Host Gary Wilson discusses the science of why Internet porn is different from porn of the past, the Coolidge Effect, supernormal stimuli, the molecular switch common to all addictions (Delta FosB), and the unique vulnerability of adolescents to addiction. Listen to September 18, 2012 radio show “Your […]
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Gary Wilson discusses the brain changes common to all addictions and how a combination of “sensitization” and “desensitization” can result in the brain perceiving Internet porn as more exciting than normal pleasures. For more, see this article: Why Do I Find Porn More Exciting Than A Partner? Listen to September 25, 2012 radio show “Your […]
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Gary Wilson discusses the brain changes behind addiction, including “hypofrontality,” as well as the withdrawal symptoms porn addicts report when they quit, and the neurobiology behind those symptoms. For more, see this article: Recent Internet Addiction Brain Studies Include Porn. Listen to October 9, 2012 radio show “Your Brain in the Cybersex Jungle” […]
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Gary Wilson and Wendy Maltz LCSW, DST discuss why today’s Internet porn is different from porn of the past and what kinds of problems some users and their mates are experiencing. Visit Wendy’s site http://www.healthysex.com. Read more about The Porn Trap by clicking on the cover image. Listen to October 23, 2012 radio show “Your […]
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Adolescents are furiously wiring their brains to stimuli in their environments, and at the same time, pruning unused neural circuitry. Find out what makes adolescent brains structurally different from adult brains, and what the differences mean for today’s young porn users. Also, listen to an excellent talk by Dr. Jay Giedd, Chief, Brain Imaging Section, […]
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Guys, young and old, who use highspeed porn are increasingly reporting erectile dysfunction. It reverses itself after they stop using. What’s going on? What does recovery look like? For an overview, read our Psychology Today post: Porn-Induced Sexual Dysfunction: A Growing Problem. You may also want to watch Gary’s slide show on Erectile Dysfunction & […]
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A 25-year old describes his withdrawal and recovery of erectile health after quitting Internet porn. Listen to Nov. 20, 2012 radio show “Your Brain in the Cybersex Jungle” Gabe’s second show with Gary – Gabe answers questions about porn-induced ED (show #20) Related links: Adolescent Brain Meets Highspeed Internet Porn (2013) Why Shouldn’t Johnny Watch […]
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Brian McDougal, author of the new book PORNED OUT: Erectile Dysfunction, Depression, and 7 More (Selfish) Reasons to Quit Porn, discusses with Gary his personal experience with the hidden effects of heavy Internet porn consumption. (More about PORNED OUT.) Listen to Nov. 27, 2012 radio show “Your Brain in the Cybersex Jungle” […]
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Many guys who quit Internet porn for other reasons (such as sexual dysfunction) are also amazed by their increase in confidence and decrease in social anxiety. In this show, Gary discusses the relevant science behind these common benefits. Read many self-reports and more information on the recovery from porn-related social anxiety. This article covers the […]
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George Collins MA, co-author of two books -“Breaking the Cycle: Free Yourself from Sex Addiction, Porn Obsession, and Shame,” and A Couple’s Guide to Sexual Addiction: A Step-by-Step Plan to Rebuild Trust and Restore Intimacy, and director of Compulsion Solutions, discusses his experience and how porn has changed with host Gary Wilson. Listen to January 29, […]