Wired for Intimacy, William M. Struthers
Wired for Intimacy, William M. Struthers
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Wired for Intimacy
How Pornography Hijacks the Male Brain

Author: William M. Struthers

Narrator: Clayton Butcher

Unabridged: 6 hr 24 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 05/11/2020

Synopsis

Pornography is powerful. Our contemporary culture as been pornified, and it shapes our assumptions about identity, sexuality, the value of women, and the nature of relationships. Countless Christian men struggle with the addictive power of porn. But common spiritual approaches of more prayer and accountability groups are often of limited help.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. By better understanding the biological realities of our sexual development, we can cultivate healthier sexual perspectives and interpersonal relationships. 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.

About William M. Struthers

William M. Struthers is an 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 personhood, and the nature of integration in psychology.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Larry on March 31, 2013

Men often do not understand the male need for intimacy. We often do not understand how easy the path of pornography will appeal to, but short-circuit the true desire for intimacy. This book does a good job of joining those two important concepts (and realities).......more

Goodreads review by Zac on January 19, 2024

Another one bites the dust in the seemingly never ending line of Christian purity books. This one is good, not great. Would recommend to a mentor, someone struggling who’s read some better options, and those specifically wanting more information on the biochemical side of male pornography addiction......more

Goodreads review by Micaela on December 29, 2020

An interesting read, tho I do think it would be more impactful if it included a bit more science - the title implies it contains much more than it does. This is also geared for men and I think it might minimize some of the ways that this information could be helpful for women, and honestly the book......more

Goodreads review by Jared on August 11, 2011

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 xxxchurch.com). Clearly, according to the numbers, it is a much bigger problem than is being talked about, and being a pastor of a church virtually guarant......more

Goodreads review by Nix on July 29, 2014

excellent!!! such a big help for me in understanding better the draw of pornography. as a wife to a good man, I have been hurt by its influence on our marriage, but after reading many helpful books to promote my healing, I am grateful to try and see things from my husband's perspective in a matter-o......more

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