Essential Tools for Recovery from Pornography and Sex Addiction

[@DocSnipes]

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[@MrBungle900]

I was a porn addict since I was 10 years old. Decades of addiction later and I’m free of that bondage. Pardon the pun! I went through hell as I was using drugs alongside viewing porn so could binge for 24 hours straight. I lost 2 wives and several jobs due to my addiction. I got clean with the use of psychedelics, intense psychosexual therapy and going to SAA meetings. Trying to quit watching porn has been the hardest battle I’ve ever had to fight. I still relapse every now and then. But I learn so much from each one. I am still in awe that the most potent drug I’ve ever been hooked on is free to literally anyone with an internet connection. This presentation is so thorough and so relevant right now. I can relate to all of it. Thank you for bringing your light into this world. And good luck to anyone out there struggling in secret with this.

[@DocSnipes]

Welcome. Thanks for sharing. Wishing you, peace, health, and, happiness.

[@stardust_memories2260]

I've been addicted to sex and porn since that age too. It's a shame our legal system, psychological industry and American society in general just want to use shame, humiliation and the threat of legal action as treatment.

[@the_life_of_cam]

Thank you for sharing your story.

[@gaddalaashish6001]

Jesus will help you

[@kitten_processing_inc4415]

Thanks for beginning with a compassionate overview of why people watch porn. Many of us go there because we fantasise about love, affection, touch and acceptance and are too inhibited by our fears to negotiate for those things in real life. Porn became an almost 30yr addiction for me because of this.

[@DocSnipes]

You’re welcome. I am sorry you are struggling with porn addiction and I appreciate you watching the video. You can find videos on addiction at: kzbin.infosearch?query=addiction

[@catielove5096]

Thanks for this. As I begin dating again after leaving a porn addict 4 years ago, I ask upfront about drug and alcohol use. This talk is a wake-up call to include porn in the conversation.

[@DocSnipes]

You’re so welcome. Thanks for watching

[@djbond-ic5rb]

Yes, 👍 anything can become a addiction if done compulsively

[@djbond-ic5rb]

IF PORN. HELPS YOU WITH YOUR MASTERBATION I GUESS IT CAN BE A TOOL 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 TO USE IN YOUR RELATIONSHIP

[@suzannaflores1164]

A woman here, free of bondage of porn addiction thank you God, my therapist and my determination to heal. From age 12-28 I compulsively used it when I didn't have any healthy coping mechanisms for my mental health and environmental issues. I had previous partners and even girlfriends who were sickly porn addicted, so my environment wasn't ripe for healing. I'm so glad I'm free and able to repair my poor brain that was altered too young

[@DocSnipes]

Congratulations on your incredible journey to healing and freedom from addiction! Your determination and the support from God, your therapist, and your own resilience have brought you through a challenging path. It’s inspiring to hear about your strength and commitment to recovery. Wishing you continued success and peace as you move forward. Also, I’d be grateful if you were to share what you found most useful from the video. Also, if you're interested in more videos on the topic or if you want to explore my video library, you can use my AI: allceus.com/AskDocSnipes

[@waitselljones8068]

That 36% of men using porn in the past week seems VERY low. PsychologyToday is saying it's closer to 80%.

[@DocSnipes]

Thanks for watching!

[@waitselljones8068]

@@DocSnipes Thanks for having them. Your NCMHCE presentations are very helpful.

[@daveysodyssey9990]

I am a psychology student at Mississippi State, and I love your lecture and have learned so much! Thank you! ❤️❤️

[@DocSnipes]

You are so welcome!

[@josephpalen7149]

It's only an hour long. I've been chipping away at it for a few days now. Longer videos I forget. I keep coming back to yours. You bring up a lot of good points (important facts) to remember

[@DocSnipes]

Welcome back! I appreciate you watching videos on the channel

[@awakenow4048]

I was objectified by a porn addicted man I was involved with for years, and I had no idea why he couldn't see me as a person. Honestly, it took so long to recover from the distortion and shame I experienced during that relationship. I allowed him to take so much of what should have been sacred to me; my sexual energy and my spirit along with it. I kind of hate him for that. Peace.

[@DocSnipes]

Sorry to hear about what you went through. Thanks for watching! Wishing you peace, health, and, happiness.

[@daveysodyssey9990]

I feel trapped… I’m in the same boat

[@justmytwobits]

Sorry to read about your harmful experience. I hope you can deal with your experience to overcome any harmful collateral damage that may have an impact on future relationship(s). I hope you are doing ok.

[@maximme]

what was her payback for engaging in the relationship for YEARS? Her lack of honest trap her and will be repeated in future relationship. THIS IS WHY hundreds and thousand of women engage actively in abusive relationship.

[@awakenow4048]

@@maximme I did not realize he was looking at me that way. I was under the impression that he loved me as a whole entity. It was only in hindsight that I came to this conclusion, years after I left him for knowing something was making me feel like trash. If that makes any sense.

[@justmytwobits]

I think this is a very good video containing invaluable information to learn and or empower to address habits or understand behaviours or both. Humbly and respectfully, I offer that Dr. Snipes’ very low cut, cleavage revealing attire, could be a trigger to people struggling with a porn addiction. I’m not trying to be a prude or oppressive, just my two bits. The video didn’t make a judgement but I will, porn is probably the most destructive thing to one’s health, relationships, in addition to destroying the foundations of families, and society.

[@warmusic863]

Fak religion ​@James-gp5cw

[@warmusic863]

​@James-gp5cwreligion is just an other addiction

[@Saeedxxkk]

Religion is just an addiction too ​@James-gp5cw

[@tnntlmmn277]

i grew up with two narcissist parents and used porn as a way to "check out". also helped me to sleep.

[@DocSnipes]

Thanks for watching!

[@TheNorthernGoon]

Being newly married and not wanting to look at adult media content is something I’m placing in God's hands and the power and love of my wife. “It does change your gray matter in the brain and as a young man who binged adult porn for years it does mess you up”

[@DocSnipes]

Thank you for watching the video

[@jjuarez5784]

I love these videos, is a good thing that more people is talking about it, porn addiction and also a sexual compulsive behavior took me to get prostatitis and also a couple sexual diseases, stop watching porn, is going to destroy your life my friend

[@DocSnipes]

I am sorry about that and I appreciate you watching the video. What did you find most useful from it? Other videos you might be interested in can be found at kzbin.infosearch?query=porn

[@kristinenewsom311]

Could you maybe do a video on hidden Porn use betrayal? I’m going thru this currently and it’s so painful. 😢

[@DocSnipes]

Thank you so much for watching. I have a video called “Love You, Hate the Porn” which I think might benefit you: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y4W8d4OBoKaro5o Please let me know if it’s what you are looking for. Thank you!

[@waalker1206]

As someone pursuing social work this video was really helpful and helping me understand the many different perspectives and variables of pornography Thanks 😊

[@darrenc.8663]

Thank you for the video. Is there data that provides the most common or ‘top 5’ emotional needs being sought after from a Fantasy Addiction? This may help to identify them if they are beneath our awareness.

[@mjdawd4846]

Your work is great, informative and simple. But PLEASE add timestamps so that we can use it as a refrence whenever we need to recall information.

[@Nutmegp]

I've been on low dose naltrexone and it has helped with controlling impulses by blunting the pleasure response from things like porn, it also reduces neuroinflammation by upregulating glial cells etc

[@DocSnipes]

Thanks for sharing. Wishing you, peace, health, and, happiness.

[@schesche69]

how high is the dose ? 4,5mg ? you think this blunts it en Or survival noveltyough ? its normally used for autoimmune disease

[@raymondharryman3949]

Very good informative talk.

[@DocSnipes]

Ty

[@jamisonlamkin5576]

I appreciate you not moralizing it because I have a fair amount of shame regarding it.

[@DocSnipes]

Thanks for watching! Wishing you peace, health, and, happiness.

[@GambleItAll]

Very good information, I learned alot !

[@DocSnipes]

Thank you. I am grateful to be of hep.

[@wackywally69420]

Being in love with a porn addict destroys your sense of self

[@DocSnipes]

Thank you for watching the video and for sharing

[@sxrewedupdiego4862]

Doc snipes is a beauty ❤

[@DocSnipes]

Thanks for watching the video

[@JusCallMeC]

Hey @Doc Snipes, Would you be willing to speak more on hypersexuality exclusively? The symptoms, causes, and if there is a fix?

[@DocSnipes]

Thank you so much for watching. I will take that into consideration

[@johnpatmos4405]

“Repent ye: for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.” -Matthew 3:2 KJV “For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God” -Romans 3:23 KJV "He that hath the Son hath life; and he that hath not the Son of God hath not life." - 1 John 5:12 KJV “And as it is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgment: So Christ was once offered to bear the sins of many; and unto them that look for him shall he appear the second time without sin unto salvation.” -Hebrews 9:27-28 KJV “He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love.” -1 John 4:8 KJV “Heaven and earth shall pass away, but my words shall not pass away.” -Matthew 24:35 KJV

[@DocSnipes]

Thanks for watching

[@elizabethseiden9938]

When I was a kid, I walked into my grandfather’s bedroom and found his stash of Playboy Magazines! I looked at them until he caught me!

[@hypemantv431]

THANKS DR SNIPES 😍🙏🏼

[@DocSnipes]

You're welcome 😊

[@michael_leclezio]

Very informative thank you

[@DocSnipes]

Glad it was helpful!

[@whitneymusole2398]

Thank you very informative...much appreciate .

[@DocSnipes]

Glad it was helpful!

[@tipoftheiceberg7034]

I'm not religious or married. Both aren't something on my radar ever but this is still useful information

[@DocSnipes]

That’s OK. I appreciate you watching the video. What did you find most useful from it?

[@fernandocastro3531]

Very informative.

[@_kucial_]

Now , I don't know but I am sharing this thinking it may help me a bit in any way possible . I got addicted to porn when i was quite young , and i guess i was very active and i couldn't control my urges. I think something might have triggered me . I usually watch static porn and imagine them being my partner because deep down all i want is love , to be loved . I am still trying to get over with this so i can live freely and become the version of me thats best for myself .

[@DocSnipes]

I am sorry you are struggling with this and I appreciate you watching the video and sharing

[@huffysheraton]

Quick question, do you know if Naltrexone or Naloxone have been shown to be beneficial in people with hypersexuality or OCD regarding sex?

[@DocSnipes]

Naltrexone, a medication typically used to reverse opioid overdoses, has been found to have some interesting effects on the brain's reward system that could potentially be beneficial for individuals struggling with hypersexuality or obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) related to sex. How Naltrexone Works: 1. Blocks Endogenous Opioids: Naltrexone has been found to block the endogenous opioids in our brain. These are the chemicals that give us a sense of reward or pleasure when we engage in certain activities, such as eating, exercising, or sexual behavior. 2. Reduces Reward Sensation: By blocking these endogenous opioids, naltrexone can reduce the sense of reward or pleasure that an individual gets from engaging in certain behaviors. This could potentially help individuals who are struggling with hypersexuality or OCD related to sex by making these behaviors less rewarding and therefore less compelling. Potential Benefits of Naltrexone: 1. Reduced Compulsion: If the sexual behaviors are less rewarding, the individual may feel less compelled to engage in them. This could potentially help to reduce the frequency of these behaviors and the distress that they cause. 2. Increased Control: By reducing the sense of reward, naltrexone could potentially help individuals to gain more control over their behaviors. This could be particularly beneficial for individuals with OCD, who often struggle with feelings of being out of control. However, it's important to note that while these potential benefits are promising, more research is needed to fully understand the effects of naltrexone on hypersexuality and OCD related to sex. As always, individuals should consult with a healthcare professional before starting any new medication. Feel free to utilize DocSnipes AI for any questions or concerns you might have. It's here to assist you and provide information on various topics: AllCEUs.com/DocSnipes-AI

[@naturelover8306]

Very nice session doc.

[@DocSnipes]

Ty

[@barbararussell2958]

Hello why cant i hear ? It went mute

[@anareginacoronado1147]

You should also address arousal escalation, for example my ex boyfriend went from heterosexual porn to watch transexual porn and gay porn, may be he had been this way all the time I don't know, or maybe he consumed porn this much and it got to the point he needed the extra stuff.

[@DocSnipes]

Thanks for watching!

[@anareginacoronado1147]

@@DocSnipes Thanks for making content. You're awesome. Sending all my love.

[@jaspajones7045]

Sounds like you weren’t getting him off. He had to somewhere else.

[@anareginacoronado1147]

​@@jaspajones7045 That's correct

[@justmytwobits]

I’d think the porn led him astray. Without the porn I would bet he would not have went that way. But somehow he viewed it (the non hetero stuff), probably as a ‘feed! Then perhaps looked more and more. Porn is bad no matter what anybody says.

[@huffysheraton]

This is an outstanding video, thanks. But what would you say to someone who does not view porn, yet has constant and unwanted sexual thoughts and obsessions?

[@DocSnipes]

I would explore a diagnosis of obsessive compulsive disorder.

[@huffysheraton]

@@DocSnipes Thanks! I will talk to my doc about it.

[@cliffordperry7814]

Thanks Dr Snipes S

[@DocSnipes]

You’re most welcome. I appreciate you watching the video

[@chokcheng6578]

So what is difference of psychology on being addict and occational

[@DocSnipes]

Thanks for watching the video. Addiction is the continued use of a substance, person or activity to eliminate or escape from discomfort despite experiencing negative consequences from use. In the past, the person struggling with the addiction: -spent more time or money than intended obsessing about, getting, using and recovering from the substance or behavior -tried unsuccessfully to quit -experienced repeated health, mental health, relationship, financial, employment or legal issues as a result of use Addiction are a creative way to a problem when all else has failed Note: It’s important to address all addictive behaviors & prevent substitute addiction. Apply it (20min) Other videos you might be interested in can be found at kzbin.infosearch?query=addiction

[@shameerameerkhan1726]

Hi its better to watch a comedy or action movies than porn movies. Listening to some prayers is also good for life

[@DocSnipes]

Thanks for watching the video and for sharing

[@stevensvideosonyoutube]

Well O.K. better safe. Of course playing it safe is a very good priority. I avoided things I consider bad experiences. Naturally people who are not willing to see eye to eye are in no way likely to. Good luck. Well wishes.

[@DocSnipes]

Thanks for watching. Wishing you peace, health, and happiness.

[@Noonien96-nx6yj]

They will accuse you of the things which they are guilty of doing.

[@DocSnipes]

Thanks for watching the video

[@kanishabenjamin6357]

Hello! Kanisha is present.

[@DocSnipes]

Thanks for watching!

[@nazcarcup]

Sensitive Media blocker is a great friend.

[@DocSnipes]

Thanks for watching!

[@PaulNordin-v3l]

Great tips for recovery.

[@DocSnipes]

Thank you. I appreciate you watching the video

[@hopehailey6988]

I listened to this. I hope you got my name.

[@DocSnipes]

Thanks for watching!

[@elizabethseiden9938]

My narcissistic father never had any porn in the house growing up. However, my best friend in College, Jana in Santa Monica, California had porn that she brought over to my house!

[@DocSnipes]

Thank you for watching the video. What I am getting from this is that you were curious, is that right?

[@GunGamePoliTick]

Thank you

[@DocSnipes]

You're welcome

[@ray-hj1do]

thank you 👨‍⚕👨‍⚕ i am study in medical

[@DocSnipes]

You’re welcome.

[@barbararussell2958]

Thank you

[@bluetaco2326]

Doc, are you suggesting we stop watching?

[@DocSnipes]

Yes, one has to stop watching porn. I appreciate you watching the video. What did you find most useful from it? Other videos you might be interested in can be found at kzbin.infosearch?query=addiction

[@yetivanmarshall1473]

​@@DocSnipes I started studying lesbian porn in order to pleasure my wife. I figure why not learn from the best source. She's been very happy for quite some time!

[@SoldierofLove409]

Thank you.

[@DocSnipes]

Welcome

[@martsharpe709]

i got banned from the libary after i became homeless in my 20s, now in my late 30s im addicted to being in the adult theater

[@DocSnipes]

Thanks for watching.

[@martsharpe709]

@La Vérité playing pocket pool watching youtube twerk videos

[@maliaglazier9718]

@La Vérité you want them for me

[@nwankwookwudiliwilliams7446]

I'm very addicted to porn and I'm trying hard to stop it but the more I try is the more I fail doc what should I do please

[@DocSnipes]

I apologize for any inconvenience, and I thank you for watching the video. I'll soon be releasing new content addressing porn addiction.

[@ahadnumbardaar4216]

I am having joint pain, hip pain and knee pain, I have watched porn for 10 years, how much time will it take to get cured?

[@DocSnipes]

Thank you for sharing what you’re going through. It sounds like you’re dealing with a lot of discomfort and trying to understand how different factors might be affecting your health. While joint, hip, and knee pain can have many causes, it’s important to keep in mind that the connection between watching porn and physical pain like joint issues is not straightforward or typically related. Joint pain can stem from various factors, including inflammation, injury, or medical conditions. It would be helpful to consult with a healthcare provider who can assess your symptoms and guide you toward appropriate treatment. If you’re also concerned about the impact of long-term habits on your mental or physical health, seeking support from a therapist could be beneficial. Addressing both physical and emotional health is key to overall well-being. I’d be grateful if you were to share what you found most useful from the video. Also, if you're interested in more tips on how to overcome this or if you want to explore my video library, you can use my AI: allceus.com/AskDocSnipes. I hope you’re able to find relief and support soon.

[@ahadnumbardaar4216]

It's been 10 months since I watched porn. I'm getting pain in my heart, muscle twitching. I'm worried. Will I get better on my own? I'm feeling like I'm going to have a heart attack. I've always had this pain.

[@dwaynediah4595]

I want to stop looking at pron but keep going back How can I stop for good?

[@DocSnipes]

Thank you so much for watching. Have you considered doing the things presented in the video?

[@dwaynediah4595]

I'm straight but keep viewing gay lesbian pron I DON'T WANT TO BE GAY but keep having unwanted thoughts about my sexuality because of pron I think I have hocd or OCD sexuality

[@DocSnipes]

Thank you for watching the video. What would happen if you were to stop watching that?

[@linusmushroomtips776]

You might be bisexual though. Nothing wrong with that

[@PethanPrice]

im addicted to crack is this kinda similar

[@DocSnipes]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/paSrqnVtntSdbZI Here is one of my videos on pharmacology

[@djbond-ic5rb]

Ok , PORNOGRAPHY IS NOT 🚫 BAD , NEITHER IS SEX, AND PEOPLE CAN & OR DO SOMETIMES USE PORN. TO GET AROUSED... SEX IS OK. SEX SHOULD NOT BE SHAMED... SEX NEEDS TO BE TALKED ABOUT LIKE ANYTHING ELSE..IN ANY RELATIONSHIP... SEX IS NATURAL

[@DocSnipes]

I appreciate you watching the video

[@evat2945]

The lady’s just saying that porn consumption has a destructive effect on people. Sex is indeed natural yeah. But this is not the subject of the video.

[@lorihodge9927]

Hello!

[@martsharpe709]

here is my addiction epic

[@martsharpe709]

excerising and having a pet and talking to strangers about problems

[@DocSnipes]

Thanks for watching!

[@DocSnipes]

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[@LuxInTenebris458]

❤

[@DocSnipes]

Thanks for watching. Other videos you might be interested in can be found at kzbin.infosearch?query=addiction

[@Syncere20]

Im not addicted to porn, I just Love it.

[@williambilly3269]

Hello

[@richardcaulker1017]

A 50 year itch? I thought it was the 7 year itch. After 50 years of marriage, you're lucky to get any kind of itch because you are old.😂

[@DocSnipes]

Thanks for watching the video :)

[@mamailamalehopo5514]

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[@alanzamora6504]

Thank you doctor for your great channel and excellent topic * i have arrived to the conclusion when the issue of pornography surfaces _ that such addictions as in many cases is like a ( jelly ) fish with the many toxic tentacles * once inoculated the recovery and cure is extremely painful and the marks do remain like a tattoo _ and so is compared to an octopus with also eight tentacles full of suction cups _ that once it gets a hold of the mind through the images in porn content _ is ( not ) an easy task to came out of the ( labyrinth ) or maze _ becomes a battle for freedom * in my particular case _ since an early age _ i had a tendency to the feel good deception of self gratification * and other aspects that also come into view with pornography addiction _ in my personal life because i do have elderly under my daily care _ serves me as a guardrail to avoid during the day time hours engaged in such ( but ) make no mistake _ is an strangle * better said than done _ and yes * porn is a very ( sticky ) addiction very difficult to remove _ and the withdrawal symptoms like a drug addiction as well _ therefore i remain in the fight and wrestling match with pornography * gets to be like a back and forth dilemma * hated and loved war _ once again * thank you for your professional advice into this very painful subject 👏

[@DocSnipes]

I am so sorry you are struggling with porn addiction and I appreciate you watching the video. Other videos you might be interested in can be found at kzbin.infosearch?query=addiction

[@alanzamora6504]

@@DocSnipes thank you doctor for the goodness kindness of your heart and your professionalism ❤excellent content of resources * thank you for your great awesome work 👏

[@hopehailey6988]

Hello hope h

[@happysurfcamper]

Marriage should be honored by all, and the marriage bed kept pure, for God will judge the adulterer and all the sexually immoral. (Hebrews 13:4)

[@seansmith5547]

What about the people who lived before God was invented?

[@justacartoon4971]

@@seansmith5547 God wasn't invented

[@seansmith5547]

@@justacartoon4971 so god was discovered?

[@scottthompson4193]

Keep your fairy tales, that you have absolutely no evidence for, to yourself!!!

[@happysurfcamper]

@@scottthompson4193 Your anger means you do believe in God you only try not to belief by shouting to yourself.

[@krisb743]

Porn is pure evil! No excuses! However, people get caught up in it and there is help and hope! Shame makes it worse. Get help and your life will improve.

[@DocSnipes]

Thank you for watching the video and for sharing

[@wtf666000]

love it ,need another peal neckless lol

[@DocSnipes]

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[@TQsktkg-jfgnfnggg]

Hey doc is there a video on porn addiction relapse prevention?

[@DocSnipes]

Hey. Thanks for watching. Yes, there are many videos on porn addiction relapse prevention. Here is one if them: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nqDQnH2DdpZ8btk Here are more videos on addiction: kzbin.infosearch?query=addiction

[@djbond-ic5rb]

SOOO, SEX IS A VERY VERY VERY POWERFUL SOURCE OF FEEL GOOD 👍 RIGHT?💯😳🥺🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 SEX HELPS WITH 😬 STRESS AND OTHER THINGS TOO RIGHT??? ESPECIALLY IF WE ARE HIGHLY SELECTIVE ABOUT OUR SEXUAL PARTNER, RIGHT???💯👍🔥🔥🔥🔥 I FEEL ANOTHER'S SEXUAL ENERGY ... IN A ROOM .... FOR SURE🔥👍💯💯🔥🔥💯👍💯👍📸😘🥰😍😍😘😘😎✨💥✨💥✨💖💗💓💕💌💞❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥

[@DocSnipes]

Thanks for watching

[@billyguilford8442]

Hi

[@DocSnipes]

Thank you for watching the video. What did you find most useful from it?