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Study Says Teen Group Sex Activities Related to Pornography

A recent study points to pornography, alcohol, drugs and peer pressure as having connections to teen girls engaging in sex with multiple partners at the same time, or group sex. Continue Reading

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Cell Phones, Low Self-Esteem Cited as Reasons Teens Become Addicted to Online Porn

Today, sex addiction is topping the list when it comes to dangerous teen behaviors. One reason, say teens and experts alike, is that cell phones are making the material easier to access than ever. Continue Reading

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Myths about Pornography Addiction May Hinder Treatment

The stereotypes and myths surrounding pornography addiction continue to spark debate among addiction experts, therapists, and patients. Fueled by celebrity headlines about pornography and sexual addiction, much of the debate hinges upon misunderstandings of the factors connected to the addiction. Continue Reading

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New U.K. Web Site Offers 24/7 Treatment for Millions with Pornography Addiction

Millions of people suffering from pornography addiction have another resource for their battle, and it offers 24-hour online help for patients. Continue Reading

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Increasing Numbers of Women Admitting Pornography Addiction

Pornography addiction doesn’t just destroy the lives and families of males. A 2006 report in the Internet Filter Review said that for every ten women, around six may view pornography and 17 percent may be addicted.

More women are admitting to viewing Internet pornography as a way to escape restless feelings, anxiousness or to combat boredom, and more are becoming addicted in what was once stereotyped as a male problem. In a recent article from the U.K. Mail & Guardian, a 21-year old woman described almost missing a job interview so she could view a saved pornographic clip on her computer. Continue Reading

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Addiction to Internet Pornography Can Be as Severe as Street Drugs

At least 200,000 people in the U.S. are spending around 11 hours a week doing something few would be willing to talk about – using Internet pornography. Continue Reading

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Rapper Jay Who? Releases Album Based on His Porn Addiction

Chicago rapper/producer Jay Who? recently released “The Light in da’ Addict,” hip-hop’s first concept album based on porn addiction. With comedy and wit, Jay sheds light on this growing issue with a self-deprecating storyline that follows Jay as he searches for answers to his porn addiction.

The album follows his debut, the Shel Silverstein-influenced “Where da’ Sidewalk Ends,” a creative collection of stories and lyrical wit that echoes Slick Red, Eminem, and Red Man. The album, which was produced and written by Jay, secured him a spot on hip-hop’s “up-and-coming rappers” list of 2008-2009. Continue Reading

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Internet Addiction: Real Disorder or All in Our Heads?

Chat rooms.   Porn sites.  Social networking profiles. With all manner of entertainment – or vice, depending on your point of view – it’s no wonder that more researchers and psychologists are starting to probe the possibility of a new disorder taking hold of many individuals: Internet addiction.

And if you believe everything that you read, many of us are afflicted with this emerging addiction. Continue Reading