Porn Addiction
Pornography is the image of flesh used as a drug
Internet pornography pumps excess amounts of dopamine into the brain? Which can cause the brain to become addicted.
How do I know if I am addicted?
Addiction vs. Normal Use
Addictive use of pornography is frequent, compulsive, distressing, and impacts functioning.
Things to look for include:
Impaired control over use
Cravings, tolerance, inability to stop
Social Impairment
Failure to fulfill obligations at work, school, or at home; continued use despite consequences in these areas
Risky Use
Continued use despite physical or psychological problems… i.e. difficulty getting or maintaining an erection
Tolerance and withdrawal