Pornographic picture processing interferes with working memory performance.

Christian Laier, Frank P Schulte, Matthias Brand

May 2014 J Sex Res

Synopsis of Social media discussions

Several discussions highlight concerns about how regular exposure to pornographic images may impair working memory and cognitive functions, using phrases like 'decreases cognitive abilities' and 'deranged associations.' Words such as 'wonderfully showcased' and references to personal observations reflect a genuine interest and engagement with the research's implications.

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Agreement
 Moderate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the study’s findings, with some emphasizing the cognitive effects of pornographic content.

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Interest
 Moderate level of interest

Participants show moderate curiosity, often referencing the potential personal and societal implications.

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Engagement
 Moderate level of engagement

The comments demonstrate moderate engagement, with some posts discussing the methodology and broader implications.

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Impact
 Moderate level of impact

The discussions suggest the publication could influence views on media consumption and mental health, though perceived broadly.

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Abstract Synopsis

  • Pornographic picture processing can impair working memory (WM) performance, especially during tasks involving sexual arousal.
  • Engagement with porn online may lead to problems like missing sleep and forgetting appointments, which can cause negative life consequences.
  • The study shows that when participants viewed pornographic images, their WM performance declined, and this effect was linked to how sexually aroused they felt and their urges to masturbate, suggesting that sexual arousal from porn can interfere with cognitive functions similar to other addictions.]