Extraversion, neuroticism, religiosity, and self-perceived effects of pornography consumption among young adults of Kerala, India.
Keywords:
Extraversion, Neuroticism, Religiosity, Self-perception, Age of first exposure, PornographyAbstract
Understanding the link between pornography and personality has broad implications for individuals, relationships, and society as a whole. It can inform educational programs, and public health initiatives promoting healthy attitudes and behaviors related to sexuality. This study examines the relationship between Extraversion, Neuroticism, Religiosity, and Self-perceived effects of pornography. 781 participants were selected using stratified sampling technique from Kerala. Validated short form version of Self-perceived effects of pornography consumption scale (PCES-SF), a revised version of EPQ-BV, and Religiosity scales were used. The results indicated a significant correlation between extraversion and self-perceived effect of pornography, as well as religiosity and pornography consumption. However, no significant correlation was found between neuroticism and self-perceived effects of pornography consumption. Furthermore, negative correlation between age of exposure to pornography and its impact on self-perception, suggesting higher risk for negative self-perception with early exposure. Exposure to pornography at a younger age was associated with greater impact on self-perception and higher frequency of use. A strong positive correlation demonstrated that higher frequency of pornography consumption led to a greater impact on self-perception. No significant gender differences were found in self-perceived effects of pornography consumption.
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