Many people are not aware of the dangerous effects pornography can have on them and their relationships, and how dopamine fits in.
Talking Points:
- Dopamine is a neurotransmitter that is responsible for our need to seek rewards. It is what helps you to have the motivations to seek the rewards that come with achieving long-term goals.
- Sexual stimulation is actually the most dopamine-stimulating activity we can naturally engage in. It raises dopamine levels as high as something like morphine would, and it can stay at that level for extended periods of time.
- Each time you watch porn you bombard your brain with dopamine. This can cause your body to use fewer dopamine receptors, which means you’ll need more porn to achieve the same effect.
- When you take a look at the science behind pornography addiction you see how truly detrimental it can be to your life, your sexuality, and your relationship with your spouse.
Discussion:
- Initial reactions to this topic? What jumped out at you?
- Have has porn affected your life or someone else’s? Explain.
- Have you ever heard someone justify the consumption of pornography? Describe the situation.
- Why is the use of porn destructive to healthy relationships?
- What are some ways to fight the temptation of pornography?
- What are some ways you can make people aware of the issues that come with a pornography addiction?
- Is there a step you need to take based on today’s topic?
