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Can watching pornography cause unwanted sexual thoughts and images about family members that lead to feelings of guilt and shame?

Asked by Male, 21 · 13 hours ago

Please reassure yourself that experiencing intrusive, unwanted thoughts is a very common human experience and does not reflect your true desires or character. While pornography itself does not directly cause these specific thoughts, it can sometimes heighten anxiety, which makes taboo or distressing images?including those about family?more likely to 'stick' in your mind. This pattern of intrusive thoughts followed by intense guilt and shame is a well-recognized cycle often related to anxiety or obsessive-compulsive tendencies. You are not alone in this. I highly recommend reaching out to a therapist specializing in anxiety or OCD, as they can provide highly effective strategies to help you find relief.
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