Psychoanalytical Theory

Problems of Internet Pornography

The Theories:-

Moralist, Libertarian, Feminist and Psychoanalytical

Child Pornography

Pornography--The Cause of Sex Violence?

Are Filtering Software of Any Use?

Ways to Combat Internet Pornography

 

      Many negative statements have been made about pornography. Of the three theories only the libertarian position supports the notion that pornography may be beneficial. Using the psychoanalytical theory, pornography may serve as a safety valve, or “catharsis” for potential sexual deviants and offenders. Pornographic materials provide a way of releasing strong sexual urges without causing harm to others. Public opinion surveys conducted by the 1970 commission indicated that many people agreed with this assessment. Consider another example—if the viewing of erotica increases the sexual activity between a married couple, can we say that pornography is a bad thing?