Clinical and Demographic Correlates of Pornography Addiction: A Cross-sectional Study from India
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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.Pornography addiction in India affects predominantly young, single males and is linked to age and relationship status. Culturally sensitive, age-specific interventions are crucial for effective treatment and management.
Area Of Science
- Psychiatry
- Public Health
- Behavioral Science
Background
- Pornography addiction is a growing global concern with significant public health implications.
- Its prevalence and consequences are increasingly recognized in India, necessitating culturally relevant research.
- This study addresses the need to understand pornography addiction within the Indian socio-cultural context.
Purpose Of The Study
- To explore the onset, manifestation, and impact of pornography addiction in India.
- To analyze demographic factors, clinical diagnoses, and treatment outcomes.
- To identify factors influencing addiction severity and treatment modality.
Main Methods
- A retrospective, observational, cross-sectional study of 589 individuals seeking treatment for pornography addiction.
- Inclusion based on ICD-11 criteria for Compulsive Sexual Behavior Disorder (CSBD).
- Data analyzed using IBM SPSS, with participants receiving pharmacological treatment, psychotherapy, or both.
Main Results
- The sample comprised 98.98% males, with a mean age of 28.98 years; 63.5% were under 30.
- Common co-morbidities included erectile dysfunction (39.4%) and premature ejaculation (33.6%).
- Age, relationship status, and treatment modality showed significant associations; younger individuals received more psychotherapy.
Conclusions
- Pornography addiction in India is influenced by age, relationship status, and cultural factors.
- Age-targeted and culturally informed interventions are essential.
- Further research on longitudinal trends and psychiatric comorbidities is recommended for comprehensive treatment planning.
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