Psychotherapy
Psychologists frequently treat porn addiction similarly to other addictions, employing various proven psychotherapy modalities.
Psychologists consider CBT one of the most effective treatments for porn addiction.
CBT focuses on changing the negative thoughts that can contribute to our emotional difficulties and worsen our mood.
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When pornography addiction affects the family, family therapy may be appropriate, too.
Talk to your healthcare provider or a psychiatrist before taking any medication for porn addiction treatment.
As such, therapy and medication alone usually arent enough to manage the addiction.
Common triggers include stress, negative emotions, and boredomand the urge to escape them.
Some groups meet in person, others online.
Many are modeled after12-step programs.
They’re often instrumental in keeping people on track with managing their addictions.
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