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What Porn Does To Your Brain (& What To Do About It)—How To Use Proven Science To QUIT Porn For Good, With Dr. Trish Leigh.

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The Neuroscience of Pornography Consumption

This chapter explores the detrimental effects of excessive pornography consumption on dopamine levels and brain functioning. It discusses how practices like 'edging' cause desensitization of dopamine receptors, leading to mental health issues such as anxiety and depression, as well as physical consequences like low testosterone. The speaker emphasizes the need to understand the profound impact of porn on both emotional development and overall mental health.

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