HomeAnswersPsychiatrydepressionI am in depression, and I cannot control myself from searching for pornography contents on the internet. Please help?

Is it normal to watch porn to overcome depression?

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Published At April 23, 2022
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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I am in depression, and I searched about prostitutes and porn on my office site. But now everyone in my department has come to know about this. So, I am not able to do my job. So please help me.

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

Why are you depressed? If you searched for pornography in the office, that is wrong, but that does not mean you fall into depression. This is not a stigma. Everyone watches porn, and it is normal. Yes, what happened in the office is wrong, but everyone will forget about this with time. Try to react normally. The more you think about this, the more you talk about this with anyone in the office, and the more stress you will get. Try to remain normal and behave as if nothing has happened. With time everyone will become normal. Focus on your work, do not lose your pace in work.

Best regards.

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

Thank you for the reply.

I am not able to forget it. I did because I was mentally disturbed at that time. I want to start a new life forgetting everything. Please help me.

Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

How many days have passed since that episode? What kind of mental issues have you had? Try to focus on your work. If you perform well at work, then nobody can question you. You can take leave for a couple of days to get relief from your routine. In some days you will be alright. If still the thoughts persist, I suggest taking medicines for that. Anxiety is the main reason for persistent thoughts. Drugs and relaxation therapy can help to reduce the symptoms.

Best regards.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Seikhoo Bishnui
Dr. Seikhoo Bishnui

Psychiatry

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