Hypersexuality

Researchers report that sexual narcissism may serve as a psychological link between childhood trauma and compulsive sexual behavior. Participants with compulsive sexual behavior reported more trauma, greater sexual narcissism, and higher hypersexuality scores than controls.

Researchers have uncovered a surprising link between solitary sexual desire and reduced physiological arousal to erotic cues. The study suggests that people who watch more pornography may actually be less responsive to it, challenging popular theories of addiction and craving.

Researchers have found that individuals who frequently view internet pornography show distinct brain activity and diminished cognitive control. The study suggests that heavy use may impact emotional processing and executive function in ways that resemble patterns seen in substance addiction.

A yearlong study of more than 4,000 U.S. adults found that problematic pornography use tends to persist over time and is strongly associated with higher levels of anxiety and depression, suggesting a lasting link between porn dysregulation and psychological distress.

Research shows that pornography use, which often begins in early adolescence, can impact brain development, sexual expectations, and relationship dynamics. While not formally classified as an addiction, problematic use is linked to emotional detachment, reduced satisfaction, and increased impulsivity.

A study on young Chinese women found that higher self-acceptance reduces the risk of problematic pornography use.

It's not just pornography use itself, but college men believing their friends accept rape-themed pornography that links to negative attitudes towards women, a new study finds.

An unusual case report details a 25-year-old woman developing hypersexuality and compulsive masturbation after her escitalopram dose was increased for depression.

Men with hypersexual disorder exhibit higher levels of emotional instability, impulsivity, social withdrawal, and interpersonal difficulties compared to men without the condition.

Men, younger people, and sexual minorities are more likely to worry about compulsive sexual behaviors, with concerns differing by gender, religion, and behavior type

A new study shows impulsivity, especially traits like distraction, lack of planning, and emotional reactivity, increases the risk of problematic pornography use. Younger individuals and men are more affected

Recent research found that intensified behaviors, such as binge-watching and escalating time spent viewing (quantitative tolerance), are closely linked to difficulties in controlling consumption, highlighting key patterns associated with problematic pornography use.

Highly religious individuals are more likely to view their pornography use as compulsive, influenced by moral disapproval rather than actual behavioral issues, especially among frequent worship attendees.

A study has found that moral incongruence and frequency of pornography use jointly mediate the relationship between sexual satisfaction and psychological distress from pornography use.

A new study reveals increased pornography use among Swedish adolescents and a narrowing gender gap in responses. Both boys and girls have become more tolerant of pornography but increasingly critical of its societal benefits.