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Luís Lorente-Corral1, David Sancho-Cantus2,3, Samuel Asensio4
1Doctoral Degree School, Catholic University San Vicente Mártir, 46001 Valencia, Spain.
Recovery from problematic pornography use (PPU) involves more than abstinence. Group support fosters accountability, authenticity, and transformative identity shifts for individuals overcoming PPU and compulsive sexual behaviors.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Behavioral Science
- Addiction Studies
Background:
- Problematic pornography use (PPU) presents significant mental health and relationship challenges.
- Understanding the subjective recovery process and the role of support groups is crucial.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the lived experiences of individuals recovering from PPU and compulsive sexual behavior.
- To analyze the impact of group support dynamics on the recovery process.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative phenomenological-hermeneutical study.
- In-depth semi-structured interviews with 27 individuals in recovery.
- Thematic analysis using ATLAS.ti software.
Main Results:
- Identified three recovery phases: personal collapse, group engagement, and transformation.
- Accountability emerged as a key mechanism, promoting sincerity and relapse prevention.
- The 'mirror effect' and 'rational hope' in groups facilitated identity shifts from 'spoiled' to authentic.
Conclusions:
- Recovery from PPU requires profound identity transformation beyond abstinence, facilitated by group support.
- Collective connection and honesty are vital for change.
- Group-based accountability may enhance therapeutic interventions for behavioral addictions.
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