how pornography hijacks the male brain Struthers, William M. 1970- creator text bibliography ilu Downers Grove, Ill IVP Books �2009 2009 monographic eng

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196 pages : illustrations ; 21 cm Pornography is powerful. Our contemporary culture as been pornified, and it shapes our assumptions about identity, sexuality, the value of women and the nature of relationships. Countless Christian men struggle with the addictive power of porn. But common spiritual approaches of more prayer and accountability groups are often of limited help. In this book neuroscientist and researcher William Struthers explains how pornography affects the male brain and what we can do about it. Because we are embodied beings, viewing pornography changes how the brain works, how we form memories and make attachments. By better understanding the biological realities of our sexual development, we can cultivate healthier sexual perspectives and interpersonal relationships. Struthers exposes false assumptions and casts a vision for a redeemed masculinity, showing how our sexual longings can actually propel us toward sanctification and holiness in our bodies. With insights for both married and single men alike, this book offers hope for freedom from pornography. - Publisher. Introduction -- Part I: How pornography works -- Saturated with porn -- The corruption of intimacy -- The consequences of porn -- Your brain on porn -- Part II: Healthy masculinity and sexuality -- Made male in God's image -- Masculinity -- The male need for intimacy -- Rewiring and sanctification. by William M. Struthers. Includes bibliographical references. Pornography Religious aspects Christianity Sex addiction Religious aspects Christianity Men Psychology Sex differences (Psychology) Brain Sex differences Brain Sex differences Men Psychology Pornography Religious aspects Christianity Sex addiction Religious aspects Christianity Sex differences (Psychology) BV4597.6 .S77 2009 241/.667 9780830837007 0830837000 2009032133 DLC 090804 20241016092658.0 ocn424558105 eng