The Science of Porn Addiction’s Surprisingly Safe for Work [Video]

Internet pornography is almost impossible to escape. A single ill-advised Google search and you’re awash in the private parts of strangers. It’s all downhill from there. That’s what I’m told, anyway. The addicting aspect of pornography is well-documented, but what exactly makes pornography addicting? Thankfully, the good people at AsapSCIENCE have given an answer. Essentially, it all comes down to your brain.

Specifically, dopamine is to blame. Check it out:

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