Pornography Addiction
Psychological and Forensic Challenges Regarding Youth Consumption of Pornography: A Narrative Review
The main findings suggest that the first contact with pornography starts at the age of 8 years old, with important behavioral and psychological consequences, such as hypersexualization, emotional disturbances, and the perpetuation of gender inequality. Furthermore, pornography consumption by youth has been linked to the exacerbation of paraphilias, an increase in sexual aggression perpetration and victimization, and, finally, it has been linked to an increase in online sexual victimization. Implications and future lines of research are discussed.
The impact of Internet pornography on children and adolescents: A systematic review
Many effects that impair children's development have been documented. The results found in this review are often contradictory. Therefore, further replication studies are needed. In addition, we propose several preventive measures, e.g., sexual health education at schools for both heterosexuals and LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender) people.
‘When you become addicted to it you start having these unrealistic expectations’: young people’s perceptions of porn addiction
A minority of young men in this study were concerned that they were or had been addicted to porn. Their primary concern with porn was their frequency of use more than any of the myriad of other related issues, which was reflective of broader masculine perspectives and concerns.