The Science of Porn Addiction: Dopamine, Brain Rewiring & Recovery | Jeremy Lipkowitz Interviewed by Melissa Hadley Barrett on The Penis Project Podcast

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I joined Melissa Hadley Barrett on The Penis Project Podcast to talk about porn addiction, compulsive behaviors, and what they’re really doing to your brain and your relationships.

We broke down what addiction actually is, why so many men feel stuck in the cycle, and how things like dopamine, neuroplasticity, and the “amygdala hijack” keep you coming back—even when you want to stop.

We also talked about practical tools like mindfulness, the 90-second rule, and why willpower alone usually isn’t enough… you need support and accountability.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re fighting this battle alone, this conversation will give you a different way to look at it—and a path forward.

Have you ever felt like you’re not in control of your habits?

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🎙️ Podcast: https://www.melissahadleybarrett.com/podcast
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Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction

05:23 Monk Life And Retreats

12:56 Porn’s Hidden Harms

20:07 How Porn Rewires Brain

26:32 Mindfulness Meets Neuroscience

33:17 Discomfort and Equanimity

36:58 Tools to Stop the Urge

40:58 Accountability Community Model

43:50 Finding Your Why

44:41 Where to Learn More`