J Sex Res May 2014 PMID 23167900

Pornographic picture processing interferes with working memory performance.

Christian Laier, Frank P Schulte, Matthias Brand

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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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Abstract in brief

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.]

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