Pornogrophy is damaging to society

Here are my rebuttals of my opponent's arguments. Damaging to UserIn this contention, my opponent argues that pornography is like a drug and it causes addiction. Really, further research contradicts this statement. [1, 2]"For therapists that treat porn consumption on an addiction model and for religious groups like Focus on the Family that are invested in maintaining a concept of 'porn addiction,' the research undermines the clinical language they used in their approach to the controversial medium. But conclusive evidence for 'sex addiction' and 'porn addiction' continues to prove elusive."Today, Prause, Steele, and their team of researchers are back with a new study, published in the journal Biological Psychology, that only reaffirms their previous findings: 'porn addiction' and 'sex addiction,' as we understand them, may not be real."Damaging to Spouse/Future SpouseIn this argument, my opponent says that frequent exposure to pornography is associated with "diminished trust in intimate partners, increased risk of developing a negative body image, especially for women, acceptance of promiscuity as a normal state of interaction, beginning to view love in a cynical manner, belief that superior sexual satisfaction is attainable without having affection for one"s partner, belief that marriage is sexually confining, and belief that raising children and having a family is an unattractive prospect". I'd like to point out a problem with the source though; it's quite biased. In fact, that same source says that fasting and prayer are the best ways to "battle against porn". [4] The information could easily be sacked to fit the religious bias. In the five step battle plan this website suggests, it heavily references and points to religion for "proof". "Regardless of where you have been or what you have done, be at peace. The same God who forgave Moses the murderer, Rahab the prostitute, David the adulterer, and Peter the denier will forgive you also. All you have to do is seek that forgiveness with a contrite heart. The only sin God won’t forgive is the one you will not ask forgiveness for." [5]To further disprove this contention, research has found that porn. can help a marriage. "A new study from Canada's Journal of Sex and Marital Therapy even suggests that porn can positively impact intimacy in a marriage. It's probably not a secret that partners who hide things from each other can experience more stress, anger, and frustration than those who don't. According to the research, women who report that their partner is honest with them about their intake of pornography tend to experience less distress, and be more satisfied with their marriages overall. Before we get too excited, this doesn't mean that if one partner is locked away in an office furiously um … enjoying some porn, that they can claim to be doing it in the name of marital bliss. What it does mean is that talking openly with your spouse about whether you enjoy porn, and what kind(s) you like can be the first step to the kind of openness and honesty that foster marital intimacy. "Does that mean porn should be considered good for couples? Not necessarily. The key to decreasing stress and increasing intimacy is more likely to be found in open and honest discussion than in the porn itself. Still, it shouldn't be denied that many couples can and do use pornographic materials to stimulate foreplay, encourage role playing, or invite new activities into their established sexual routines." [6]Damaging to ActorsIn this argument, my opponent talks about the struggles that one particular porn star went through in her experience. I do mostly agree with this argument, but I must add something. If they're going to become involved in the porn industry, they should be aware of the risks before joining such industry. Yes, this doesn't excuse the abuse that can go on behind the scenes, but here's a quick example to get my point across.Say that you want to join the Army. You choose this career path and are willing to go through with the risks. For instance, PTSD and other mental illnesses are quite common when you fight in the field, [7] As well as sexual abuse or rape. [8] You may even get seriously injured or you may die while serving in the military. Sure, the mere possibility of this happening doesn't excuse it, but if you were to join the Army, you should be aware that there is a chance it could happen. I'd say the same for porn stars. There's a chance of STDs, embarrassment, etc., but they should be aware of these harms before they join the industry. If they're willing to accept this, then they should be allowed to join the porn industry if they wish. It may not be what you want for them, but they have the right to their own body and they should be allowed to conduct themselves however they please, so long as it isn't directly harming others. Thank you for this debate. So long and goodnight!Citations[1]https://www.psychologytoday.com...[2]http://www.huffingtonpost.com...[3]http://www.thedailybeast.com...[4]http://theporneffect.com...[5]http://theporneffect.com...[6]http://www.alternet.org...[7]https://www.nami.org...[8]http://www.pbs.org...