There's a connection between
pornography and depression, but you have to be careful not to draw too many conclusions. For one, depression can be triggered by anything, and porn viewing is no exception. This study looked at 757 students from a southwestern university, and determined that depression is a significant positive predictor of porn use. It also established a link between depression and porn, but not a cause-and-effect relationship.
In addition to a direct correlation between pornography viewing and depression, there's also a connection between pornography and mental health. Research shows that those who watch pornography are more likely to have high levels of depression than those who don't. And the use of pornography can contribute to a person's overall depression.
Updated: 16 easy tips to get a Hand free orgasmIn another study, researchers found that pornography is linked to depression in men and women. More than 507 women and 250 men participated in the study. Those who avoided unpleasant emotions or experienced sexual problems as a result of pornography showed an increased risk of depression. In addition, pornography can contribute to low self-esteem and relationship problems, both of which can contribute to the condition.