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Pornography Researcher Explains How Erotic Films Affect the Brain ft. Dr. Prause

Rena Malik, MD Podcast

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Brain Arousal and Sexual Response Dynamics

This chapter explores the brain's processes during sexual arousal, differentiating between initial excitement and the lead-up to climax. It discusses how various stimuli, such as fear and sexual content, activate similar brain networks, with a focus on the salience network's role in emotional processing. Additionally, it examines the contrasts between pornography and real sexual experiences, revealing the complex interplay between neurological responses and the nature of arousal.

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