Over 100 quick stats and findings from an ever-growing body of research that details the effects of porn for individuals, relationships, and society.
Research suggests that frequent porn consumers are more likely to express an intent to rape.
According to an analysis of over 130,000 porn titles, “teen” is the most common word used in porn titles.
Research has found that those who enjoy extreme porn tend to prefer porn to real-life sex as a way to achieve sexual arousal.
Research shows that those with an interest in extreme or degrading porn are more likely to reenact porn scenes during sex with a partner.
Research shows that mainstream porn featuring people of color often promotes racism by focusing on degrading stereotypes.
Research suggests that porn can influence women to be more submissive in sexual encounters.
Findings of a qualitative study indicated that teens often reported trying to copy porn in their own sexual encounters, and that the pressure to imitate porn was often an aspect of unhealthy relationships.
According to a 2016 study, people who view porn regularly are less likely to get married than those who do not. Researchers suggest this may be because consumers see porn as a substitute for sexual gratification in a relationship.
Research shows that porn consumption is a significant predictor of sexual entitlement.
One study shows that approximately 45% of teens who consumed porn did so in part to learn about sex.
Research indicates that young people often feel pressured to imitate porn when having sex.
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