Evidence reveals a high correlation between porn addiction and psychiatric conditions, specifically mood, anxiety, and personality disorders. Studies have indicated that pornography viewers have higher levels of depressive symptoms and a poorer quality of life.

Is watching porn bad for health?

You might have already read it somewhere that watching too much porn is bad for your mental health and relationship. As per a study published in the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, watching too much porn and frequently masturbating can lead to sexual dysfunction in both women and men.

Why is porn addictive?

Over time, their body may produce less dopamine and rely on the substance or behavior to feel the dopamine rush. Sex can be a highly rewarding behavior, in terms of dopamine. Using pornography may also activate the dopamine system, potentially leading to addiction.

What porn does to your brain?

In contrast, pornography impacts the brain much like an addictive drug by triggering ever-increasing amounts of dopamine. Over time, the brain builds up a tolerance to the excess dopamine and requires either more access or more extreme content (or sometimes both) to achieve that same level of perceived pleasure.