Porn addiction affects libido performance

Hyderabad: On the occasion of “Sexual Reproductive Health Awareness Day” on February 12, DocOnline, a city-based telemedicine-focused company, conducted a survey among 5,000 citizens between the ages of 18 to 50 years. The survey reveals an alarming increase in ‘sexual health and reproductive’ problems owing to increase in porn consumption.Out of the total number of people observed, 3,500 were males and 1,500 females.

With access to smart phones becoming easy and data charges crashing down, the porn consumption has increased by 75 per cent since 2017. Due to which, there is a profound impact on the sexual and reproductive healthcare over the past two years; so much so that if it is not checked, it can have adverse societal impact.In these 2 years, voracious viewing of porn rose significantly and manifested itself by presenting the above problems and behavioral issues. 

Their psychological aspect is badly dented owing to the large gap between what they see and the reality, which they can never bridge.Besides, even to replicate the same pleasure watched in porn, people need to be more aware of STDs (sexually transmitted diseases), especially if they are involved with more than one partner. Hence, safe sex practices are also an important aspect of this day.

Additionally, given the digital age, work stress, societal pressure, peer pressure, excessive use of laptops, mobile phones, family pressure to have children and especially Wi-fi are known to affect libido and the performance as well. With this kind of pressure, people often turn to watch porn for relief.It has been noticed that people who are concerned about progressive measures for themselves or their loved ones are taking to online doctor consultations, which is on the rise. It is simple, easy and effective as patients can talk to their doctors in complete privacy.

Commenting on the findings, Dr. Syed Abrar Kareem, consultant physician, DocOnline, said, “Excessive consumption of anything will have an adverse or negative effect! And over consumption of porn on the internet too has its share of adverse effect on our society. Increased indulge in virtual porn and self-indulge is leading to decrease in sexual appetite among both men and women. 

It is the responsibility of every individual and every parent and teacher to ensure youngsters are educated to ensure they take the right approach towards sex.”Preventive healthcare through online doctor consultation platforms can help ease this precipitation into a biological abyss. The problem is turning into endemic and massive increase in infertility clinics across Hyderabad indicates the seriousness of the problem.