Dr. Trish Leigh
Episode #112: Compulsive Masturbation & Erectile Dysfunction - Dr. Trish Leigh
Feb 2, 2024
Dr. Trish Leigh, an expert in the impact of porn and masturbation on mental and emotional health, discusses the connection between compulsive masturbation and erectile dysfunction. They explore the negative effects on emotional well-being, intimacy, and dopamine levels in the brain. They also highlight the detrimental impact of excessive masturbation on neurotransmitters and hormones, and provide strategies for overcoming this addiction.
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- Compulsive masturbation often develops as a habit in childhood as a means of mood regulation and self-soothing, but it is important to develop healthy coping mechanisms and mood regulation activities to avoid relying solely on masturbation to feel better.
- Compulsive masturbation, especially when combined with high levels of mental and physical stimulation from pornography or fantasy, can desensitize the brain's dopamine receptors and lead to an increased need for intense stimulation, causing difficulties in achieving arousal or maintaining an erection in real-life sexual encounters.
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The Role of Compulsive Masturbation in Emotional Regulation
Compulsive or excessive masturbation often develops as a habit in childhood as a means of mood regulation and self-soothing. This habit can persist into adulthood and become a compulsion driven by the brain's need for dopamine release. As individuals grow older, it is important to develop healthy coping mechanisms and mood regulation activities to avoid relying solely on masturbation to feel better. While masturbation coupled with pornography or fantasy may provide temporary relief, it can lead to an unhealthy dependency on dopamine, reinforcing the compulsion to masturbate instead of seeking healthier forms of mood regulation.
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