Cultural expectations of masculinity can shape how men view sex, relationships and their own self-worth. Explore how pornography may reinforce unrealistic sexual expectations, contribute to performance anxiety and influence emotional connection. Learn how shame, secrecy and compulsive pornography use can affect relationships, and how psychosexual therapy can help men develop healthier attitudes towards intimacy and masculinity.
Public attitudes toward pornography reflect just how divided the conversation has become. A May 2025 Gallup poll found 38% of Americans view pornography as morally acceptable. In the UK, a 2021 Savanta ComRes poll indicated 34% of adults believe pornography is an acceptable part of modern society, while a 2025 study by Pew Research Center…
Five years really isn’t a long time. Yet, if we examine all the ways the world has changed since 2020, it feels like a dramatic shift. One of those changes is how we talk about mental health. Not that long ago, most people were not openly speaking about their mental health challenges. Therapy was something…
In this blog, we’ll examine the nature of porn addiction and compulsivity (compulsive sexual behaviour/CSB), the signs to look out for, and the effective treatment options available to those struggling with this issue.
The New Year is traditionally seen as a time for renewal, a time for improvement and hope for the future. As the excess of the Christmas holiday season comes to a close, it can be a time for a reflection and resolution. We can help Call our confidential line for referrals or crisis support on…
What are our clients getting from attending our Workshops? At Innisfree Therapy we believe psycho-education plays an important element supporting clients gain awareness and understanding, regarding the complex dynamics of compulsive sexual behaviour disorder (CSBD) and sex addiction. It is paramount to not only identify and treat the behaviours which cause harm to self and others, but…
The title of our first workshop is ‘The Cycle of Compulsivity’ The structure of the workshops will be a combination of psycho-educational, experiential, and process. The first workshop will be held on 23rd October. The workshops are designed to support and develop an awareness to components of our treatment and recovery, such as: The cycle…
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