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Porn, Dopamine, Hormones
Frequent engagement with pornography and masturbation can significantly alter hormonal profiles, particularly testosterone levels, due to the release of prolactin after ejaculation. This hormonal shift may lead to decreased libido and motivation for real-world sexual encounters. The intense visual stimuli from porn can exacerbate this issue, creating a deeper dopamine "wave pool" without increasing overall dopamine supply, affecting sexual motivation and behavior.In this clip
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