Masturbation and online porn addiction have become so intertwined that they are commingled in description.  While the two addictions have similarities, they are distinctly different and different therapies can be used to treat the dependencies.

If you or someone you know is addicted to online porn, there are several concrete steps that can be taken to limit access.  To some, these steps may seem invasive, but so is porn addiction and it will not go away without direct address of the causes and symptoms.  Each case is distinct so there is no foolproof, one cure fits all for either masturbation….read more

You have read about it in the newspapers.  You have heard celebrities discuss their sexual addictions and problems.  You will rarely hear them discuss masturbation and pornography addictions.  Yet, these two relatively private, silent dependencies are growing globally beyond reason and at great risk to society.  Part of the reason for this growth is the personal nature of the addiction. These are difficult addictions to publicize or discuss.

Men and women acknowledge infidelity, excessive sexual drive and loose morals but are hesitant to discuss the world of fantasy; the world of pornography and masturbation.  But, make no mistake about it,….read more

Drugs and alcohol send sensations to the brain.  These sensations are transmitted neurochemically and stimulate the brain to the point that re-supply is necessitated.  The short-term high pushes the individual to ingest more and more of the drug or alcohol product or to indulge more and more pornographic or masturbation stimulants.  As the body’s tolerance increases, the demand for re-supply becomes more compelling and downright uncontrollable in most cases.

When persons masturbate, they are producing the same neurochemically transmitted sensations as with drugs.  Masturbation can provide instant gratification and instant relief from whatever emotional need is pressing.  There are often….read more

You probably know that alcohol is classified as a depressant.  Don’t be fooled. Masturbation and pornography addictions are also forms of depression.  Yes, some persons can tolerate alcohol and, yes, masturbation can be a natural act of sexual activity.  But, both conditions can ignite dependencies with serious repercussions.

As each person’s physical and emotional balance is unique, his or her response to the same neurochemical transmission is unique.  By nature, addiction is a depressing enterprise.  When one loses one’s self control, the individual’s self-esteem and self-confidence are undermined. Just as with drugs or alcohol, the intake causes an exciting response….read more

Aided by the amazing communication capabilities of the Internet, pornography and masturbation addiction has fast become a widespread global concern.  Persons suffering from these highly compelling isolationist type addictions can receive help and can recover from the dependencies.  The trick is to face the problem and begin treatment.

But, knowing how and where to begin and learning all the options for treatment can be a mind boggling process.  Not everyone is receptive to open discussions about pornography or masturbation dependencies.  Therefore, we suggest that you confidentially enter your e-mail address in the box at the top left of this screen. ….read more

Masturbation and myth go together.  It s safe to say there are as many useless pieces of folk lore and myth surrounding the act of masturbation as there are true facts to rely upon.  Is masturbation natural?  Is masturbation experimental, self-exploitation or whimsical fantasy?  Can masturbation lead to a more severe problem?

These are natural questions for a personal sexual act.  While much is not known about why men and women are prone to masturbate, certain research is lending credence to the habits that surround masturbation addiction.

While elements of the dependency are specialized and highly personal, certain symptoms remain uniform. ….read more