Wired for Intimacy: How Pornography Hijacks the Male Brain
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| Rating | : | 4.87 (713 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0830837000 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 196 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-01-25 |
| Language | : | English |
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He is also interested in the Anglican tradition and in science/faith dialogue issues. His theoretical research is in the area of neuroethics, the biological bases of spirituality and personhood, and the nature of integration in psychology. . William Struthers (Ph.D., University of Illinois at Chicago), is associate professor of psychology at Wheaton College in Wheaton, Illinois where he teaches courses on behavioral neuroscience, men and addictions and the biological bases of be
Pornography is powerful. In this book neuroscientist and researcher William Struthers explains how pornography affects the male brain and what we can do about it. By better understanding the biological realities of our sexual development, we can cultivate healthier sexual perspectives and interpersonal relationships. Our contemporary culture as been pornified, and it shapes our assumptions about identity, sexuality, the value of women and the nature of relationships. Struthers exposes false assumptions and casts a vision for a redeemed masculinity, showing how our sexual longings can actually propel us toward sanctification and holiness in our bodies. Countless Christian men struggle with the addictive power of porn. But common spiritual approaches of more prayer and accountability groups are often of limited help. Because we are embodied beings, viewing pornography changes how the brain works, how we form memories and make attachments. With insights for both married and single men alike, this book offers hope for freedom from pornography.
Social and personal effects of pornography really are more devastating than I thought Originally posted on my [] blogThe promise of Wired for Intimacy is that it can speak to the problems of pornography both from a Christian/theological/moral perspective and a neurological/psychological perspective. Some people are drawn more to one type of argument or the other. But I think it is important that there is an attempt at both sides. Without the theological, there is just a pragmatic science. Without the science, it . "Well-researched, well-written, long overdue" according to Jared Totten. According to the latest numbers I've seen, 5Well-researched, well-written, long overdue According to the latest numbers I've seen, 53% of Christian men consume pornography and 37% of pastors say it's currently a struggle (stats from []). Clearly, according to the numbers, it is a much bigger problem than is being talked about, and being a pastor of a church virtually guarantees that I (and many of our readers) will deal with someone in the cross-section sooner or later. Thus William Struthers has done the entire be. % of Christian men consume pornography and Well-researched, well-written, long overdue According to the latest numbers I've seen, 53% of Christian men consume pornography and 37% of pastors say it's currently a struggle (stats from []). Clearly, according to the numbers, it is a much bigger problem than is being talked about, and being a pastor of a church virtually guarantees that I (and many of our readers) will deal with someone in the cross-section sooner or later. Thus William Struthers has done the entire be. 7% of pastors say it's currently a struggle (stats from []). Clearly, according to the numbers, it is a much bigger problem than is being talked about, and being a pastor of a church virtually guarantees that I (and many of our readers) will deal with someone in the cross-section sooner or later. Thus William Struthers has done the entire be. "Wonder Why Porn is so Powerful?" according to Paul Miller. Great read for anyone who is confused or wondering how pornography truly hijacks a mans brain. The amount of detail may be more than some would need however it does provide excellent information that can easily be understood & utilized.
Wired for Intimacy offers a clear and complete description of the brain and its interplay with human sexuality. Wired for Intimacy is a valuable contribution to our field." (Given four out of five stars) (Mark R. Wired for Intimacy surpasses the typical recovery book in its scientific foundation and careful scholarship. Laaser, Christianity Today, March 2010)"Fascinating and highly informative." (Luise Bolleber, ForeWord, January/February 2010)"Finally there's a book that scientifically quantifies what those of us who work in the field of sexual addiction have long understood: pornography powerfully impacts the brain. "The chapter titled 'Your Brain on Porn' is one of the best explanations of how a person becomes addicted to the neurochemicals i