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Teens - How to Recognize if You're Becoming Addicted to Pornography

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD Pornography is widely available, and for many teenage boys, watching it might seem like a harmless activity. But over time, what begins as curiosity can spiral into...

Patience in Recovery: A Message to Men Battling Porn Addiction

Dr. Floyd Godfrey The journey to recovery from porn addiction is deeply challenging, requiring both spiritual and practical commitment. God’s commandments surrounding our sexuality are not...

Intimate Betrayal: The Devastating Impact on Women

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD Intimate betrayal is a profoundly painful experience that leaves women grappling with shattered trust, emotional upheaval, and challenges to their well-being. Whether it is...

How Pornography Addiction Recovery Strengthens Atrophied Brain Functions

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD Pornography addiction not only disrupts emotional and social functionality but also weakens vital brain areas critical for impulse control and relational intelligence....

Hope & Healing from Intimate Betrayal

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD When faced with intimate betrayal, such as infidelity or other relational breaches, it’s easy to question your emotions and reality. The whirlwind of pain, anger,...

Pornography Addiction Recovery and Help – Chemical and Physical Considerations

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD Pornography addiction has become a pressing concern in mental health, with significant physical and chemical dimensions. This addictive behavior, while psychological at its...

Recovery from Sex and Porn Addiction

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD Recovery from sex and pornography addiction is a multifaceted journey involving physical detoxification and emotional healing. This process requires individuals to address...

The Damaging Impact of Porn Addiction on Brain Wiring

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD Pornography addiction has grown into a widespread concern in our digital age, leaving profound effects on individuals and relationships. The continuous exposure to explicit...

The Cycle of Pornography Addiction: Emotional Pain as the Underlying Fuel

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD How Emotional Pain Fuels Addiction Pornography addiction often arises as a response to unaddressed emotional pain. In my years of working with individuals battling sexual...

Understanding Sexual Addiction: A Compulsive Escape from Emotional Pain

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD Sexual addiction is a complex behavioral disorder characterized by compulsive engagement in sexual activity, often to the detriment of the individual's emotional,...

Understanding Factors that Make Youth More Susceptible to Pornography Addiction

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD The accessibility of explicit content in today's digital age has heightened concerns about youth developing pornography addiction. While not every young person exposed...

The Ubiquity and Anonymity of Pornography: A Threat to Mental Health

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD The digital age has revolutionized human interaction, reshaping how people connect, learn, and communicate. However, this technological evolution also brought unintended...

The Role of Dominance, Aggression, and Violence in Pornography Addiction

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD Pornography producers employ deliberate strategies to maximize their grip on viewers, particularly men, by integrating dominance, aggression, and violence into their...

The Physical and Chemical Aspects of Pornography Addiction

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD Pornography addiction is a prevalent concern in mental health, impacting individuals across diverse demographics. As a behavioral addiction, it shares notable similarities...

The Painful Necessity of Healthy Disclosure in Betrayal Trauma

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD When betrayal trauma strikes due to a loved one’s sexual addiction, it can leave you disoriented, shattered, and uncertain about the future. One of the most difficult...

The Need to Belong in Adolescent Boys

Dr. Floyd Godfrey Adolescence is a formative time when boys experience profound social, emotional, and cognitive growth. A critical aspect of this development is their need to belong, which...

The Challenges Men and Youth Face in Seeking Support for Pornography Addiction

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD Pornography addiction remains a pervasive issue for men and youth, impacting mental health, relationships, and personal well-being. Despite increasing awareness, seeking...

Shame and Emotional Pain: The Hidden Drivers of Pornography Addiction

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD The Role of Emotional Pain in Pornography Addiction Pornography addiction is not merely a behavioral issue but a response to deeper emotional wounds. As a Certified Sex...

Lies That Sex Addicts Tell Themselves: Breaking Barriers to Get Help for Sex Addiction

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD Sex addiction is a pervasive issue that can profoundly affect individuals and their relationships. According to Patrick Carnes (2015), many sex addicts maintain harmful...

Overcoming Pornography Addiction: A Journey of Healing Together

Dr. Floyd Godfrey Overcoming pornography addiction with your wife’s support can be one of the most transformative experiences in marriage. It fosters openness, breaks down the walls of...

Preparing for Disclosure: A Key to Recovery from Pornography Addiction

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD The journey to recovery from pornography addiction is fraught with challenges, but it also offers profound opportunities for healing and growth. Among these challenges,...

Self-Awareness and Jesus’ Love in Overcoming Pornography Addiction

Dr. Floyd Godfrey The Role of Self-Awareness in Recovery Self-awareness is a vital step in healing from pornography addiction. Patrick Carnes writes, “Typical addicts do not know much...

Why Sexual Addicts Choose to Disclose Their Addiction God's Design

Dr. Floyd Godfrey The reasons sexual addicts disclose their struggles are as varied as the individuals themselves. While the journey to disclosure is often fraught with fear and uncertainty, it...

Using Pornography to Numb Feelings and Emotions

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD Pornography addiction often reflects a deeper struggle with emotional regulation. Research shows that individuals addicted to pornography frequently use the behavior as a...

Understanding the Causes of Sexual Addiction

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD Sexual addiction is a complex behavioral issue, often misunderstood and stigmatized. Many people associate addiction with physical substances, yet sexual addiction, rooted...

Tolerating Emotional Distress Amongst Sexual Addicts

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD Emotional Competence and the Challenges of Addiction Over my years working with individuals battling sexual addiction, I’ve seen a common thread: difficulty managing...

Thoughts Are Not Facts

Dr. Floyd Godfrey Our minds are powerful tools, capable of creative problem-solving and imaginative thinking. However, the same creativity can sometimes mislead us, especially when we mistake our...

The Qualifications of a Certified Sex Addiction Specialist (CSAS)

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD In the field of sexual addiction recovery, the role of highly trained and credentialed professionals cannot be overstated. A Certified Sex Addiction Specialist (CSAS) is a...

Surviving Character Assassination

Dr. Floyd Godfrey Character assassination can be a devastating experience, especially when false information about you is publicized. The emotional toll of such an attack can leave a lasting...

The Importance of Self-Care in Pornography Addiction Recovery

Dr. Floyd Godfrey Understanding Self-Care in Recovery Self-care is a foundational element of recovery from pornography addiction. As Patrick Carnes explains, “Neglect is a common problem...

The Loss of Emotional Connection in Marriages Affected by Pornography Addiction

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD Understanding the Emotional Disconnect Pornography addiction profoundly disrupts emotional intimacy within marriage. Over the past 24 years, I have observed a consistent...

Finding Freedom Through Accountability: The Key to Overcoming Pornography Addiction

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD The Importance of Accountability Overcoming pornography addiction is a deeply personal but not solitary journey. Accountability plays a pivotal role in recovery, acting as...

Adolescent Mental Health During the Holidays

Dr. Floyd Godfrey The holiday season, often depicted as a time of joy and togetherness, can present unique challenges for adolescents, particularly those grappling with mental health issues. The...

Admitting When You Need Counseling for Pornography Addiction

Dr. Floyd Godfrey God has lovingly provided guidance about our sexuality, designed to help us live spiritually and emotionally healthy lives. Yet, in a world where temptations abound, struggling...

A Teenager’s Addiction to Pornography and Early Childhood Exposure

Dr. Floyd Godfrey The Loss of Innocence Exposure to pornography at a young age is a perilous issue affecting countless children worldwide. For Mark Houck, whose story is shared in Matt...

Wives’ Trauma After Discovering a Husband’s Pornography Addiction

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD The discovery of a husband's pornography addiction is often deeply traumatic for wives, disrupting the trust and emotional safety fundamental to a marital bond. This...

Understanding Betrayal Trauma in the Wake of Infidelity

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD The revelation of a spouse’s infidelity is a devastating experience that often leads to profound emotional and psychological distress, known as betrayal trauma. This...

The Transformative Power of the First Step to Overcome Addiction

Dr. Floyd Godfrey The Significance of the First Step The First Step in recovery programs is one of the most critical moments for individuals seeking freedom from addiction. It requires...

The Role of Self-Awareness in Sexual Addiction Recovery

Dr. Floyd Godfrey Self-Awareness Through Reflection Developing self-awareness is vital for recovery from sexual addiction, as it fosters a deeper understanding of one’s thoughts,...

The Role of Accountability in Overcoming Pornography Addiction

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD Pornography addiction is a struggle that impacts countless men, often in silence. Over the years, in my clinical practice, I have observed how deeply secrecy and shame...

The Positive Impact of Cellphone Bans on Student Mental Health in Ohio Schools

Dr. Floyd Godfrey With the growing dependence on smartphones among young people, schools across the United States are grappling with their impact on academic performance, social interactions, and...

Intimacy Anorexia and Intimate Betrayal

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD Intimate betrayal leaves deep emotional scars, often rooted in intimacy anorexia and compounded by pornography addiction. This painful combination can leave individuals...

Intimacy Anorexia: A Symptom of Betrayal Trauma

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD The Hidden Strain of Betrayal Trauma Betrayal trauma, often stemming from infidelity or pornography addiction, manifests in profound emotional and relational struggles....

Impaired Thinking of a Sex Addiction and Getting Help for Sexual Addiction

Sexual addiction often leads to impaired thinking—a state in which rational thought is overridden by emotional and compulsive responses. Many individuals struggling with sex addiction have sat...

How Faulty Core Beliefs Anchor Sexual Addiction

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD Faulty core beliefs are pivotal in understanding the development and perpetuation of sexual addiction. My clinical observations with men struggling in this area consistently...

How Childhood Abuse Contributes to Sexual Compulsivity

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD Childhood abuse is a profound factor in the development of sexual compulsivity among both men and women. The psychological and physiological impact of abuse leaves imprints...

Courage in the Face of Difficulty

Dr. Floyd Godfrey The Call to Courage Life's challenges often demand more of us than we feel prepared to give. Scripture, however, reminds us to face such moments with courage. As Clinton...

Christmas and Connection While Struggling with Sexual Addiction

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD The holiday season, especially Christmas, is often associated with joy, connection, and tradition. However, for individuals struggling with pornography or sexual addiction,...

Addiction Recovery and a Period of Celibacy – Help for Sexual Addiction Recovery

By Floyd Godfrey, PhD In the journey of recovering from sexual addiction, a period of celibacy can serve as a powerful tool for personal healing and reclaiming a balanced, healthy relationship...

God’s Commandments Are Safety Boundaries

By Dr. Floyd Godfrey In a world often marred by chaos and confusion, God’s commandments stand as clear boundaries designed for our well-being. While some may mistakenly see these boundaries...
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