Synopses & Reviews
Since the explosion of the Internet and other forms of digital technology, the number of people addicted to pornography has skyrocketed. But there has been a distinct lack of resources to help them until now.
The Porn Trap is the first book to take a comprehensive look at porn addiction and other devastating consequences of porn use, addressing the full range of problems that impact everyone from recreational "dabblers" to compulsive addicts, and the people who care about them.
In this groundbreaking book, sex and relationship therapists Wendy and Larry Maltz take on this important subject with wisdom, authority, and compassion. They shed new light on the power of pornography—revealing why it's so easy to develop a serious problem with porn and often hard to break free from its clutches. Without judgment or blame, the Maltzes outline the destructive effects of porn use, and offer a commonsense, practical approach for healing supported by innovative exercises, checklists, and suggestions.
The Porn Trap will help you to:
- Identify and evaluate the impact of porn
- Decide whether it's time to quit using porn
- Learn how to stop using porn and deal with cravings
- Rebuild self-esteem and restore personal integrity
- Heal a relationship harmed by porn use, and
- Develop a thriving and satisfying sexual life without porn
Throughout the book are powerful real-life stories from everyday people from all walks of life who have struggled with porn and gotten out from under its influence. Their experiences show that no matter how bad things may seem, it is possible to change and eventually triumph over this increasingly common problem.
With The Porn Trap, Wendy and Larry Maltz provide a unique blend of help, hope, and healing for all who want to move away from porn, improve their lives, and create genuine intimacy with a partner.
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“An excellent, thoughtful, and hopeful guide providing effective help for those who struggle with our newest and most challenging mental health problem--pornography addiction.” Patrick Carnes, Ph.D., author of Don't Call It Love and In the Shadows of the Net
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“Larry and Wendy have done a masterful job of defining the problem of porn and giving the reader a marvelous plethora of treatment options. This is a must read for anyone who cares about someone hurt by porn addiction. For those struggling themselves, this book is a lifesaver!” Dr. Ted Roberts, pastor, counselor, and author of Pure Desire
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“An extremely helpful and much needed resource for a very destructive addiction. The Porn Trap includes clear and practical guidance for healing the emptiness caused by porn. I highly recommend it.” Harville Hendrix, Ph.D., author of Getting the Love You Want and Receiving Love
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“This intelligent book brings a healing voice to an issue that too often divides and devastates partners-it goes way beyond ‘just say no, to offer heart-opening guidance that will help you explore new dimensions of sexual desire and intimacy.” Gina Ogden, Ph.D., author of The Heart and Soul of Sex and The Return of Desire
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“With clarity, compassion, and understanding, Wendy and Larry Maltz help readers comprehend the magnitude of the problem and porns highly addictive nature. Their vast knowledge of healing and regaining a healthy sexuality embedded in a true relationship, provides readers with a wise and helpful guide.” Charlotte Sophia Kasl, Ph.D., author of Women, Sex, and Addiction and If the Buddha Dated
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“Groundbreaking. This is the best book on the market to help compulsive porn users and the people who love them to confront and change this destructive pattern.” Barry McCarthy, Ph.D., author of Men's Sexual Health and Rekindling Desire
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An extremely helpful and much needed resource .I highly recommend it.
Harville Hendrix, author of Getting the Love You Want
Internationally recognized sex therapist, educator, lecturer, and author of The Sexual Healing Journey, Wendy Maltz offers proven strategies for healing from porn addiction. Boldly addressing a debilitating problem that no one likes to talk about, The Porn Trap provides help and hope for addicts and their partners. Barry McCarthy, Ph.D., author of Men s Sexual Health, calls this essential guide to overcoming the problems of pornography, groundbreaking the best book on the market to help compulsive porn users and the people who love them to confront and change this destructive pattern.
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Synopsis
“An extremely helpful and much needed resource….I highly recommend it.”
—Harville Hendrix, author of Getting the Love You Want
Internationally recognized sex therapist, educator, lecturer, and author of The Sexual Healing Journey, Wendy Maltz offers proven strategies for healing from porn addiction. Boldly addressing a debilitating problem that no one likes to talk about, The Porn Trap provides help and hope for addicts and their partners. Barry McCarthy, Ph.D., author of Mens Sexual Health, calls this essential guide to overcoming the problems of pornography, “groundbreaking…the best book on the market to help compulsive porn users and the people who love them to confront and change this destructive pattern.”
About the Author
WENDY MALTZ, LCSW, DST, is an internationally recognized sex and relationship therapist in private practice in Eugene, Oregon. She is a frequent lecturer and media guest, and her books include
The Porn Trap,
Private Thoughts,
Passionate Hearts, and
Intimate Kisses.
Larry Maltz is an experienced therapist and the executive director of Maltz Counseling Associates in Eugene, Oregon.