Wired for Intimacy »

But in our pornified culture, pornography disrupts how men interact with women. Countless Christian men struggle with the addictive power of porn. And all too often our responses, such as prayer and accountability groups, are of limited help.

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 these images 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.

With insights for men who struggle and those who care them, this book offers hope for freedom and transformation.

Acknowledgments 9

Introduction 11

Pt. 1 How Pornography Works

1 Saturated with Porn 19

2 The Corruption of Intimacy 41

3 The Consequences of Porn 63

4 Your Brain on Porn 83

Pt. 2 Healthy Masculinity and Sexuality

5 Made Male in God's Image 115

6 Masculinity 135

7 The Male Need for Intimacy 155

8 Rewiring and Sanctification 177

Appendix A Resources for Recovery from Online Pornography and Sex Addiction 191

Appendix B Books on Pornography and Sex Addiction Recovery 193

Index 195