Sexual compulsive behaviours are often misunderstood. Dopamine is a neurotransmitter linked to motivation, anticipation, and reward. When someone engages in sexual compulsive behaviour such as excessive pornography use, compulsive messaging, hookups, or fantasy the brain receives a surge of dopamine.
Porn use is common. But for some people, it slowly becomes something that feels harder to control. It’s not just about how often it’s used; it’s more about the relationship with it. You might notice you’re turning to it more than you want to or finding it difficult to stop even when it’s starting to affect you or your relationship.
Porn use is common. But for some people, it slowly becomes something that feels harder to control. It’s not just about how often it’s used; it’s more about the relationship with it. You might notice you’re turning to it more than you want to or finding it difficult to stop even when it’s starting to affect you or your relationship.