Synopses & Reviews
Porn University reveals the startling results of a brand new study on the sexual attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors of more than 25,000 college and university students on more than 100 campuses all over America.
The revealing results offer a closer look at the shifting sexual trends and histories of the next generation of leaders in America. Included are commentary and analysis from the author and other experts in this field on key findings and discoveries, as well as predictions of where the sexual trends of tomorrow might be headed.
There are an estimated 18-22 million male and female sex addicts in America today, and the average American teen is exposed to over 14,000 sexual images and messages every year through our mainstream media. This is the new reality.
Don’t be discouraged. There is hope!
Review
An eloquent, timely, well researched and powerful wake-up call about the impact of porn on our culture. Further, it adds to the growing awareness of a major public health problem. Every parent should read this. Part of the power of this book is it tells the story of many who struggle. Porn U makes clear this is not just about men or desire; rather it speaks to all of us and our future.-Dr. Patrick Carnes, Ph.D., Author of Out of the Shadows: Understanding Sexual Addiction
Michael Leahy is a man on a mission to help college students ask the hard questions about the pornified culture we live in. Leahy has his finger on the sexual pulse of the American campus like no one else today. Porn University is a startling and deadly accurate picture of how porn is affecting the life of young adults today.
-Lynn McClurg, VP, Director of Marketing, Covenant Eyes
There simply is no other issue that has such far-reaching social and spiritual ramifications and Michael Leahy is one of few individuals qualified to speak to it. No one has more intimate knowledge and understanding of the effects, the industry, the victims, and how pornography will affect and influence the next and newest generations. This is the true story of pornography.
-Rick James, Publisher, CruPress Campus Crusade for Christ; author of Jesus Without Religion
The new book by Michael Leahy, Porn University, gets right at the heart of a growing epidemic on our college campuses. In a search for intimacy, men and women are looking for ‘love in all the wrong places.’ I appreciate Michael’s honesty and the hope he gives for freedom from the addiction of pornography. I highly recommend his book.
-Earle J. Chute, Campus Crusade for Christ staff member for 35 years
Michael is an expert when it comes to the sexuality of our times. His experience personally with the destructive nature of porn, and the fresh insights he has gained from today’s college student, more than qualifies him to speak to the sobering realities and consequences of our ‘sex everywhere’ culture.
-Bob Francis, National Director for Campus Field Strategies, Campus Crusade for Christ
Michael Leahy is not only an expert on college student sexuality but a courageous and authentic voice with a powerful story of redemption and hope. Spoken with both truth and compassion, Porn University is a must read for students who desire sexual and relational wholeness.
-Nick DeCola, Member Care Coordinator, Campus Crusade for Christ
Porn University gives startling insights into today’s hypersexual campus culture. After visiting over 100 campuses, Michael Leahy understands what is happening in students’ lives and offers hope for healthy, lasting change. Porn University is a must read.
-Tony Arnold, Media Relations Director, Campus Crusade for Christ
This generation of college students is hungrier and thirstier than any I’ve seen in twenty-five years of campus ministry. Michael Leahy soberly quantifies for us the amount of porn it’s consuming--in its ravenous search for true bread and living water.
-Daniel Curran, Campus Crusade for Christ, Bay Area Campus Ministries
Wow, what a transparent look at a life and a generation inundated with Porn. It’s like a flashing Danger sign with life lines attached!
-Michael Woodard, National Director University Ministry, Campus for Christ, Canada
Synopsis
Revealing the startling results of a new study on the sexual attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors of more than 25,000 college and university students, this work takes a close look at the shifting sexual trends and histories of the next generation of leaders in America.
About the Author
MICHAEL LEAHY has captured the nation's attention by speaking out on the topic no one wants to talk about. He is founder and Executive Director of BraveHearts, a non-profit organization whose goal is to build a global healing community of "brave hearts", and is author of Porn Nation, Porn @ Work, and Porn University. He has appeared on national television programs, in major media publications, and nationally syndicated radio programs. He and his wife, Christine, currently reside in the Washington, D.C. area.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Part 1: Porn U: Porn Nation’s Mecca
1. Back to School
2. Am I a Sex Addict?
3. The Sexual Addiction Screening Test
Part 2: And the Survey Said
4. A Quick Look at Demographics
5. First Exposure: Men Are from Mars, and...
6. Students Behaving Badly: Porn U’s Walking Wounded
7. Sex on the Brain
8. So How’s That Working for You?
9. Who’s in Control Here?
10. From Sex Syndrome to Sex Addiction
Part 3: Graduate Studies
11. Being Known or Being Noticed?
12. What Every Student Really Wants--and Needs
13. A Letter from Dad
Conclusion: How to Start a Revolution
Appendix: SAST Survey Results
Notes
Acknowledgments
About the Author