Episode 190: ADHD and Porn Use with Kersti Spjut
Have you ever wondered how ADHD might be impacting your relationship with pornography? If you or someone you love is struggling to quit viewing pornography and also has ADHD, this episode is a must-listen.
This week, I’m joined by Dr. Kersti Spjut, a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in sexual health and perfectionism. With years of experience running programs at BYU for people conflicted about their porn use, she brings a wealth of knowledge and practical strategies to help navigate the unique challenges that come with having ADHD while trying to change sexual behaviors.
Tune in this week as Kersti dives deep into the connection between ADHD and porn use. She offers her insights on the shame and stigma surrounding ADHD, why those with ADHD may be more drawn to the ‘stickiness’ of porn, and her top recommendations of interventions that have helped people with ADHD manage their porn use.
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What You'll Learn from this Episode:
What ADHD is and how it might affect your porn use.
Why shame is often the biggest issue for those with ADHD who are trying to quit porn.
How ADHD brains need more stimulation to achieve the same degree of satisfaction.
The most common relationship dynamics that emerge with ADHD and porn use.
Questions to ask yourself if you're the partner of someone struggling with ADHD and porn.
Why medication is the number one research-supported intervention for ADHD.
The unique strengths and superpowers of ADHD brains.
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