Dr. Trish Leigh Podcast Episode #16: Porn Sex vs. Real Sex - Dr. Trish Leigh
Aug 19, 2021
Discover the stark contrasts between porn and real sex. The discussion reveals how porn distorts expectations and harms self-esteem. It emphasizes the significance of genuine human connections in fostering healthy relationships. Explore how porn misrepresents women's desires and the necessity for open communication between partners. This insightful conversation highlights the crucial steps to navigate intimacy in a world overwhelmed by unrealistic portrayals.
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Porn Actors' Unrealistic Physical Traits
- Porn actors typically have larger than average genitalia, which skews viewers' perceptions of normal size.
- This creates harmful self-esteem issues, especially in young men comparing themselves to unrealistic standards.
Porn vs. Real Sex Timing
- Pornography shows instant arousal and prolonged performance that do not reflect real sexual experiences.
- Real arousal takes about 10 to 12 minutes, and completion typically happens within 3 minutes thereafter.
Neurological Damage From Porn
- Trying to sustain prolonged arousal damages dopamine receptors in the brain's reward centers.
- This damage causes porn-induced erectile dysfunction by needing higher stimulation levels for arousal.