The Implications of Pornography Addiction among Adolescents

Abstract

Since the implementation of the Covid 19 Pandemic Movement Control Order, there has been a significant increase in the use of the internet among adolescents involved in pornographic activities. This study aims to identify the threats and the effects of pornography addiction on adolescents. Realizing the alarming risks of pornography, the authors have conducted a qualitative study into the pornography phenomena and its implications on the brain's nervous system among teenagers. This study employs the document analysis method through the selection of related articles in collecting the research data. In addition, the study also examines pertinent websites in gathering statistical data on sexual-related crimes, offenses, and misconduct in Malaysia. Therefore, this study identifies that the pornography phenomenon is not a local issue in Malaysia but also a global menace that involves humans of all ages.  It is discovered that generation Z who are between the ages of 11 to 22 years is at the greatest high risk due to the group's close preference characteristics with the cyber world. The study also identified some major clinical and scientific facts that described the hypofrontality syndrome suffered by pornographic addicted individuals, putting them at risk of serious mental disorders. In conclusion, pornography has emerged as a menacing silent enemy that should be overcome and considered a vital concern for all parties within the community.