Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Therapists Warn: Rising Porn Addiction Harms Men's Lives

1/3/2026

49 4

Summary

Story summary

A survey by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy found over 53% of therapists working with men have observed a rise in problematic pornography use.
Therapists report clients neglect responsibilities and damage relationships due to the addiction, and some are unaware of their addiction.
Dr. Paula Hall called for a national strategy to address porn addiction, citing mental health and societal costs.

1 of 1

Story summary

A survey by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy found over 53% of therapists working with men have observed a rise in problematic pornography use.
Therapists report clients neglect responsibilities and damage relationships due to the addiction, and some are unaware of their addiction.
Dr. Paula Hall called for a national strategy to address porn addiction, citing mental health and societal costs.