Donald L. Hilton Jr., MD speaks to Youth and Parents about Pornography and its impact on the brain
Donald L. Hilton Jr., MD speaks to Youth and Parents about Pornography and its impact on the brain
PORN-RELATED SEX HEALTHY SEX
Sex is using someone Sex is caring for someone
Sex is “doing to” someone Sex is sharing with a partner
Sex is a performance for others Sex is a private experience
Sex is compulsive Sex is a natural drive
Sex is a public commodity Sex is a personal treasure
Sex is watching others Sex is about genuine connection
Sex is separate from love Sex is an expression of love
Sex can be hurtful Sex is nurturing
Sex is emotionally distant Sex is emotionally close
Sex can happen anytime Sex requires certain conditions
Sex is unsafe Sex is safe
Sex can be degrading Sex is always respectful
Sex can be irresponsible Sex is approached responsibly
Sex is devoid of morality Sex requires morals and values
Sex lacks healthy communication Sex requires healthy communication
Sex involves deception Sex requires honesty
Sex is based on visual imagery Sex involves all the senses
Sex has no ethical limits Sex has ethical boundaries
Sex requires a double life Sex enhances who you really are
Sex compromises your values Sex reflects your values
Sex feels shameful Sex enhances self-esteem
Sex is impulse gratification Sex is lasting satisfaction
© 2008, Wendy Maltz & Larry Maltz, from The Porn Trap: The Essential Guide to Overcoming Problems Caused By Pornography (p. 182). http://www.HealthySex.com