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Problematic Pornography Use Among Indian Adults: Patterns, Preferences, Motives, Psychosocial Impacts, and Support
M Rajashekar1, Manoj Kumar Sharma1, Senthil Amudhan2
1Department of Clinical Psychology, National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.
Summary
Problematic pornography use (PPU) in India is linked to early exposure and psychological distress, with many experiencing negative impacts and low support. Individuals with PPU show stronger motives for use and higher levels of depression, anxiety, and stress.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Behavioral Science
- Digital Health
Background:
- Problematic pornography use (PPU) is a growing concern with significant biopsychosocial impacts.
- Research on PPU in India is limited, lacking comparative data on motives, preferences, and outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore PPU patterns, preferences, motives, psychosocial impacts, and support strategies in the Indian context.
- To inform intervention planning and culturally sensitive research for PPU.
Main Methods:
- An online cross-sectional survey of 112 Indian adults (ages 18-46) who experienced pornography-related difficulties.
- Data collected via sociodemographic forms, pornography use details, PPCS, PUMS, and DASS-21.
- Descriptive analysis used to examine patterns, motives, impacts, and support.
Main Results:
- Pornography use often begins in early adolescence, primarily via smartphones, with common preferences including MILF, threesome, and BDSM.
- 75.89% reported negative effects on family, social life, or work; 41.07% reported positive effects like sexual knowledge gain.
- Individuals with PPU exhibited stronger motives for stress reduction, fantasy, and distraction, alongside elevated depression, anxiety, and stress levels.
Conclusions:
- PPU in Indian adults is complex, influenced by early exposure, psychological distress, and sociocultural stigma.
- Findings highlight the need for culturally sensitive research and tailored clinical interventions for PPU.
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