Mark Emmerich and Ben discuss porn addiction amongst teenagers and what are the steps to overcome it. 

Just like any addiction, porn addiction can leave you feeling helpless and lost. It can directly influence your relationships, your personal life and self-motivation. However, overcoming it is oftentimes a challenge in itself. 

After struggle with addiction himself, Mark Emmerich embarked ons his recovery journey in 1996 which he continues to this day. This gives him a unique approach on how to help his clients and gear each person with the skills to overcome addiction. 

Having completed his masters degree in psychology and social work, as well as devoted family man, Mark shares with Ben the importance of relationships in developing the self. 

But the question remains, how do you identify porn addiction and how do you overcome it? 

You can find out more about Mark and his incredible work here: 

http://markemmerich.co.za

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Time Codes: 

(00:00) Intro

(00:13) How do you know you are addicted to porn?

(03:08) Why is it important for someone to quit their pornography addiction?

(07:38) How can porn addiction affect your personal sexual life?

(16:10) Hypothetical: How would you help someone quit?

(20:55) If someone has been addicted, and can quit - can they get over the physical consequences of the addiction?

(28:28) How can educational institutes help students quit this addiction?

(31:24) Is It worse for boys or girls?

(32:48) Overcoming this addiction can help you live a successful life

(34:05) What is your personal definition of success?

(36:22) If you could say one thing to your 16-year old self?