Symptoms of Porn Addiction

Pornography addiction has been associated with both physical and psychological symptoms. The bad news is that engaging in pornography use will worsen these symptoms. The good news is that quitting porn will alleviate and eliminate them.

Both men and women can become addicted to pornography. Men tend to look at purely sexualized imagery, while women typically prefer erotica combined with an emotional connection (ie., Fifty Shades of Grey). Either way, the core signs of pornography addiction are similar for both men and women, typically including some combination of the following:

  • A continuation of pornography use despite negative consequences and/or promises made to self or others to stop
  • A need to view a variety of sexual content to experience arousal
  • Secretive and dishonest behavior in relation to the nature and extent of porn use
  • Sexual dysfunctions, such as erectile dysfunction
  • Decreased sensitivity from overstimulation
  • Low self-esteem, irritability, lack of motivation
  • Decreased libido
  • Preferring pornography and masturbation over sex

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Support & Resources

Wholly Men Catholic Program

Wholly Men is a Catholic program that is building leaders in the fight against the pornography plague crippling our nation. Ten weeks of 90 minute classes arm men with coping strategies for emotions, impulse control, and masculine confidence that is faithful to Catholic sexual ethics.

Endorsed by Bishop Olmsted, Wholly Men was developed by a Catholic therapist who has helped men battling with lust to find wholeness and holiness. If you ask yourself, "What caused the problem" and "What can I do" then take the time to learn.

Also Wholly Men @16 is a separate 15 hour program for young men 16 years old and Wholly Women is a brief 3 hour class for support partners of Wholly Men.

Contact info@ariseforhim.com or 602-228-2126.

The Wholly Men program is available at AriseForHim.com.

As a parish with over 4,500 registered families, St Mary Magdalene is committed to providing resources that will equip people to protect themselves and their families against the harm caused by pornography.