Post Acute Withdrawal can impact anyone with an addiction, including pornography addiction. These are symptoms you experience for up to two years while your nervous system heals from the damage of the addiction.
What leads some people to develop an unhealthy relationship with porn? Recent neuroscience research points to a complex interplay of biological, psychological and social factors that contribute to PPU.
Two recent research articles reviewed the evidence on the impacts of problematic pornography use.
Pornography addiction is a compulsive need to consume pornographic content despite experiencing negative consequences as a result of use. This can interfere with a person’s ability to function in their professional and personal lives. It is currently recognized by the World Health Organization under the diagnosis of Compulsive Sexual Behavior Disorder. It is a debilitating problem that affects millions of people worldwide. There are several strategies to treat pornography addiction, including psychotherapy, medication-assisted treatments, lifestyle changes, and peer support.