How Porn Affects Relationships
So when does porn become a problem in relationships? According to Dr. Brenda Shoshanna, it becomes a problem when people begin withdrawing from relationships completely. It also becomes a problem when you start comparing your real partner to the fantasy partners you're viewing. And, as is pointed out, it's not just men viewing porn. More and more women are enjoying porn.
The thing is both partners need to be on board. It's when they're not or it becomes an addiction that it becomes a problem.
For my money, women who see porn as a sign that their partner isn't satisfied are not getting it. It's really not about whether or not someone is sexually satisfied. Many people, especially men, are visually stimulated. Their watching porn has nothing to do with whether or not their partner satisfies them. In fact, many couples enjoy porn together and use it as a tool to enhance their own relationship.
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