Wired for Intimacy: How Pornography Hijacks the Male Brain
| Author | : | |
| Rating | : | 4.72 (801 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0830837000 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 196 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2015-08-05 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
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 behavior. . His theoretical research is in the area of neuroethics, the biological bases of spirituality and
Struthers marries an advanced understanding of neurobiology with a thoughtful theology of sexuality and a comprehensive discussion of intimacy. It will be a great help toward sanctification for those who embrace its message." (Russell Willingham, author of Breaking Free: Understanding Sexual Addiction and the Healing Power of Jesus)"This book opens the door for Christians to talk about men, sex and addiction in a candid and intelligent manner." (Douglas Weiss, Ph.D., author of Sex, Men and God, president of the American Association for Sex Addiction Therapy) . Wired for Intimacy surpasses the typical recovery book in its scientific foundation and careful scholarship. This is a much-needed and welcome addition to the Christian literature addressing the pandemic of pornography." (Marnie C. Every man needs to understand how his sexual choices affect this crucial part of his humanity
Pornography is powerful. 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. Our contemporary culture as been pornified, and it shapes our assumptions about identity, sexuality, the value of women and the nature of relationships. By better understanding the biological realities of our sexual development, we can cultivate healthier sexual perspectives and interpersonal relationships. With insights for both married and single men alike, this book offers hope for freedom from pornography.. In this book neuroscientist and researcher William Struthers explains how pornography affects the male brain and what we can do about it. Because we are embodied beings, viewing pornography changes how the brain works, how we form memories and make attachments. But common spiritual approaches of more prayer and accountability groups are often of limited help. Countless Christian men struggle with the addictive power of porn
Social and personal effects of pornography really are more devastating than I thought Adam Shields 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 is one person's . Jared Totten said Well-researched, well-written, long overdue. 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 believing body a s. % 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 believing body a s. 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 believing body a s. Wonder Why Porn is so Powerful? 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.