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The Evolved Psychology of Pornography and Sexual Jealousy
This podcast explores the evolved mating psychology and how modern pornography exploits men's desire for sexual variety, triggering sexual jealousy in relationships, but also provides access to a wider variety of sex partners. Women also have a desire for sexual variety.
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The modern environment has allowed people to explore and attempt to maximize evolved desires while keeping other evolved aspects like sexual jealousy at bay - this is where polyamory comes in.
1:46:12 - 1:52:50 (06:38)
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The modern environment has allowed people to explore and attempt to maximize evolved desires while keeping other evolved aspects like sexual jealousy at bay - this is where polyamory comes in. However, sexual jealousy still exists and triggers when imagining or seeing one's partner have sex with someone else.
ChapterThe Evolved Psychology of Pornography and Sexual Jealousy
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PodcastHuberman Lab
Viewing pornography intensively and frequently can lead to a disconnection between sexual desire and engagement in sexual acts, creating problematic circuits in the brain.
1:52:50 - 1:54:51 (02:01)
Summary
Viewing pornography intensively and frequently can lead to a disconnection between sexual desire and engagement in sexual acts, creating problematic circuits in the brain. The evolution of male sexual desire is parasitized by pornography, satisfying the desire for sexual variety without actual physical interaction.