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The seeming obsession of the male gender with porn has puzzled women for decades. It has sparked many similar and yet divergent emotions and reactions. For some, it is a source of bemusement; for others, it is a feeling of insecurity; pure rage is not an uncommon reaction, and neither is withdrawn resignation. Perhaps a delve into why men seem besotted with porn will help women better understand and possibly modify their reactions to porn. Porn in this context includes pre-recorded traditional porn videos and watching sexy cam girls.
Why Exactly Do Men Watch Porn?
One would expect a straightforward response to this; the reality is that the answer is rather complex. There are a variety of reasons why men watch porn. The typical, ‘men are simply obsessed with sex’ response doesn’t fully explain it. This blog post will explore some of the top 5 reasons men watch porn.
- The Sexual Excitement
When it comes to getting you aroused and ready for some action, porn indeed delivers. The visual stimulation is top-notch, and auditory stimulation is not left out.
Adult content helps with sexual build-up. You are also almost 100% guaranteed a favourable outcome.
- Habits
Habits die hard; this is truer for pleasurable practices. Pornography can be pretty addictive similar to how an alcoholic finds it challenging to quit alcohol, or a smoker finds it hard to call it quits. Usually, it begins as a harmless pastime, and gradually addiction sets in. It then becomes something done out of habit and out of the control of the individual.
- Sexual Variety
Variety is the spice of life indeed. Porn provides various sexual activities, styles, and positions, with vast options. Fantasy is better than reality. In the real world, the range of sexual activity you involve is dependent on your partner and yourself. So while you may be open to exploring and being more daring, the same may not be the case for your partner. Men who get bored with the monotony of the same sexual activity and styles can live out their fantasies through porn.
Beyond that, in adult content, the sexual partner is always ready, never tired, and does not menstruate.
- The Semblance of Control
Shit hits the fan pretty fast in the real world. Many things can spiral out of control through no fault of yours. A world of certainty where you control everything seems like a good idea after such a stressful day. What better activity than one guaranteed to relieve the mental stress at the end of it all?
- Companionship and Comfort
Pornography can be a source of succour for the lonely man. The broken-hearted, recently divorced, or those sworn-off women. It helps provide comfort.
Other reasons can range from sexual educational purposes to use as a tool for masturbation.
What Are The Effects of Porn?
Having explored why men watch porn, it is essential also to examine the effects. There is a negative connotation around the adult industry; moralists widely hold this view. We tend to focus on the negatives when we talk about the effects of porn; what about the positives?
- Educational Purposes
Beyond providing immediate gratification, pornography takes it a bit further. You can learn sexual tricks, new positions, and activities to spice things up with your sexual partner.
- Helps to Control Sexual Desires
In people with a high libido, porn is a lifesaver! It helps them control their sexual drive and get relief from sexual tension. Most importantly, though, it allows them to avoid the social implications of high libido.
- Mental Satisfaction and Happiness.
All your sexual fantasies, fetishes, and wildest dream at the click of a button. It helps to boost the feel-good hormone, relieve stress, and thus improve happiness.
The negative effects include
- Effect on Intimate and Sexual Relations
A significant downside to pornography is the negative impact it has on relationships. It creates an illusion of what sex should be. For some men, their mental image of sex comes from pornography, placing a somewhat unrealistic expectation on their partners. It can lead to sexual friction and a breakdown of emotional intimacy.
Another way in which it impacts relationships is the feeling of insecurity it triggers in some women. Some women take their sexual partners watching porn as an indictment of their sexual prowess. Thus, they withdraw emotionally.
- Addiction
There is the risk of addiction and subsequent preoccupation with porn.
The upside effects, however, outweigh the downsides. Get your porn on, or turn on your camera to get camming with a sexy cam girl.
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