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May 29, 2020
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Tips For Alleviating Pornography Addiction During Coronavirus Pandemic
During these unprecedented times where Americans are encouraged to stay home and practice social distancing to inhibit the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19) many people are turning to viewing more pornography, which could lead to an increase in pornography addiction. With more and more Americans choosing to stay home people are turning to viewing more
May 14, 2020
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Spouses’ Self-Esteem Affected By Pornography
The types of sex in porn may cause partners to feel inadequate and affect their self-esteem as they compare themselves to their porn-using partners’ fantasies. Most men think of their pornography use as a solitary activity, which doesn’t affect anyone besides themselves. Some will consider the ethical implications of the porn industry and will try
May 7, 2020
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How Sex In Porn Is Exploitative Of Actresses, Viewers
In the industry of porn, sex is a part of the job. But how can viewers tell which actresses are being coerced and which are being treated fairly? And how can viewers be sure they, personally, aren’t being exploited? The argument over whether women are inherently exploited by the porn industry is a long and
May 1, 2020
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Unrealistic Expectations Set By Sex In Porn
For men who watch a lot of porn, sex with a real woman can sometimes seem unfulfilling. Is this a sign of pornography addiction? People who use substances like alcohol, nicotine and other drugs generally know the signs to look out for when testing to see if they’re becoming addicted. Do they need the drug
April 24, 2020
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Addiction And Family Support
Addiction inpatient facility Desert Solace offers each client’s family support throughout the recovery process, even after treatment ends. People who are addicted to substances or behavior may rationalize their condition, thinking that they’re only harming themselves. They may try to keep their addiction to themselves because they fear “letting down” their family members. But the
April 17, 2020
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Equine Therapy For Addiction Recovery
Desert Solace addiction recovery facility uses equine therapy — in other words, therapy horses — to help clients overcome stress and shame at the core of addiction. Anyone who has flown on a plane in the last few years will know the term “support animal.” These animals help soothe their owners during stressful activities like
April 10, 2020
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Pornography Addiction And The Technology Connection
In recent years, the number of people seeking treatment for pornography addiction at facilities like Desert Solace has sharply risen. Technology provides one reason for this uptick in pornography addiction: the easy accessibility of pornography on internet-connected electronic devices means that nearly anyone can access pornography instantly. On a recent interview, Desert Solace co-founder and
April 7, 2020
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Inpatient Pornography And Sex Addiction Treatment During The Coronavirus Pandemic
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic we’ve had to make some changes to our pornography and sex addiction treatment program at Desert Solace inpatient residential treatment facility.
April 3, 2020
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Social Distancing And Addiction Recovery
If connection is the opposite of addiction, what does recovery look like during social distancing? At addiction recovery facility Desert Solace in Utah, Founders Mark and Jerri Jorgensen believe that “the opposite of addiction is connection.” In a recent interview, Jerri Jorgensen explained that, “[recovery means] connection to themselves; recognizing who they are at their
March 27, 2020
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Why You Should Talk With Kids About Pornography Addiction
There has been talk about how to discuss pornography addiction with kids, but some people care more about the “why”. Why should kids know about such a crude thing at such a young age? Why is it important for them to know to begin with? Doesn’t this just subject them to the dangers of pornography