Have you ever wondered what happens when you separate masturbation from porn? While pornography has become normalized in our digital world, its effects on mental and physical health are often overlooked. In this video, we’ll explore the impact of masturbating without porn and how it can transform your relationship with yourself, your sexuality, and even your mental well-being.

Discover how porn consumption can influence:
- Your expectations and satisfaction in relationships.
- Mental health challenges such as depression, anxiety, and loneliness.
- Physical health, including issues like erectile dysfunction.

By breaking free from the dependency on porn, you might find more fulfillment in your personal connections and a renewed sense of motivation for self-improvement. Whether you’re curious about the effects or looking for ways to create healthier habits, this video will guide you through the potential benefits of making this change.

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*References or sources for further readings*

Wright, P. J., Paul, B., Herbenick, D., & Tokunaga, R. S. (2021). Pornography and sexual dissatisfaction: The role of pornographic arousal, upward pornographic comparisons, and preference for pornographic masturbation. Human Communication Research, 47(2), 192-214.
Altin, M., De Leo, D., Tribbia, N., Ronconi, L., & Cipolletta, S. (2024). Problematic Pornography Use, Mental Health, and Suicidality among Young Adults. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 21(9), 1228.
Whelan, G., & Brown, J. (2021). Pornography addiction: an exploration of the association between use, perceived addiction, erectile dysfunction, premature (early) ejaculation, and sexual satisfaction in males aged 18-44 years. The journal of sexual medicine, 18(9), 1582-1591.

Special Thanks To:

Writer: Dylan Swanepoel
Script Editor & Manager: Kelly Soong
Voice Over: Amanda Silvera - www.youtube.com/AmandaSillvera
Animator: Zuzia
YouTube Manager: Cindy Cheong

References:

Wright, P. J., Paul, B., Herbenick, D., & Tokunaga, R. S. (2021). Pornography and sexual dissatisfaction: The role of pornographic arousal, upward pornographic comparisons, and preference for pornographic masturbation. Human Communication Research, 47(2), 192-214.
Altin, M., De Leo, D., Tribbia, N., Ronconi, L., & Cipolletta, S. (2024). Problematic Pornography Use, Mental Health, and Suicidality among Young Adults. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 21(9), 1228.
Whelan, G., & Brown, J. (2021). Pornography addiction: an exploration of the association between use, perceived addiction, erectile dysfunction, premature (early) ejaculation, and sexual satisfaction in males aged 18-44 years. The journal of sexual medicine, 18(9), 1582-1591.