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Psychology-based articles to support your recovery journey. Learn the psychology, understand the patterns, and build your toolkit.
Understanding the Science Behind Porn Addiction
Porn addiction isn't about willpower or desire; it's about conditioning. Learn how the brain's reward system gets hijacked and what science says about breaking free.
Read articleWhy Streak Counters Don't Work (And What Does)
Counting days clean sounds motivating, but research shows it often backfires. Here's why IMPULSE takes a different approach to tracking recovery.
Read article5 Evidence-Based Strategies to Handle Urges
When an urge hits, you need tools that work fast. These five strategies are backed by behavioral psychology and can help you regain control in minutes.
Read articleFree Research Papers to Understand Pornography Effects and Addiction
Three open-access studies that shed light on problematic pornography use: how to measure it, who is at risk, and what the research actually tells us.
Read articleHow to Quit Porn: The Complete Psychology-Based Guide
How to quit porn: a complete psychology-based guide. Why it's hard, what actually works, and a step-by-step recovery plan. Based on neuroscience, not willpower.
Read articlePorn Addiction and Depression — The Cycle & How to Break It
Porn addiction and depression can reinforce each other through reward, avoidance, and shame loops. Learn the cycle and a reset plan to interrupt it today.
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