{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/624343cdd0576000133d6b04/67731eae97bec40ae969b5a9?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Kendra - A discussion about sex & porn addiction","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/624343cdd0576000133d6b04/1735597566188-cde021c9-184e-4f35-9bfa-2056bde5f13a.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>Today we welcome Kendra, a therapist dealing with relationship issues due to Sex &amp; Porn addiction. I feel this is increasingly relevant today, given its impact on the mental health of the global community. Kendra is based in North Carolina.</p><p><br></p><p>#Sex #Porn #Addiction</p><p><br></p><p><a href=\"http://thehealinghearttherapycenter.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">thehealinghearttherapycenter.com</a></p><p><br></p><p>Music: Prime Time - Martin Klem</p><p><br></p><p>00:00:32: Introduction to the episode</p><p>00:00:35: Welcoming Kendra</p><p>00:00:38: Introducing Kendra's specialization</p><p>00:00:44: Clarifying the episode's focus</p><p>00:00:55: Discussion on sex and porn addiction's relevance</p><p>00:01:07: Kendra and Duncan exchange greetings</p><p>00:01:16: Weather conversation</p><p>00:03:04: Moving to Scotland and its weather</p><p>00:03:05: Kendra explains her profession and reason for contact</p><p>00:04:56: Effects of sex and porn addiction on mental health</p><p>00:05:40: Young generations and social skills</p><p>00:07:19: Impact of the pandemic on younger generations</p><p>00:10:05: Continuing challenges post-pandemic</p><p>00:10:56: Society’s pressure to remain youthful</p><p>00:12:08: Embracing individuality in modern society</p><p>00:14:13: Link between sex and porn addiction and mental health</p><p>00:15:06: Factors contributing to unhealthy sexual behaviors</p><p>00:17:45: Understanding normal sexuality over a lifespan</p><p>00:19:46: Societal judgments on sexuality</p><p>00:20:16: Schizophrenia’s impact on relationships</p><p>00:21:01: Kendra discusses her daughter’s mental health diagnoses</p><p>00:22:27: Supporting and advocating for individuals with mental health struggles</p><p>00:22:41: The unique gifts of those with mental health challenges</p><p>00:23:11: The experience of being a service user</p><p>00:23:38: Connecting with people with mental health conditions</p><p>00:24:04: The need for love and understanding for disabled individuals</p><p>00:24:48: The impact of societal norms on mental health</p><p>00:25:16: Self-acceptance and self-love</p><p>00:26:12: The influence of pornography on society</p><p>00:28:40: The fantasy world of pornography</p><p>00:29:56: Developing healthy coping skills</p><p>00:30:52: The taboos around sex and pornography</p><p>00:34:17: The isolation and disconnection tied to sex addiction</p><p>00:35:02: Recreational sex and its consequences</p><p>00:37:16: The effect of recreational sex on intimate relationships</p><p>00:38:14: Conclusion and invitation to return to the podcast</p>","author_name":"Duncan Samarasinghe"}