XXX Addiction

Dear WISY,

I am at a point where I can truly say I am addicted to pornography.  I have an issue with it and I need some help.  I am losing control of my life.  I think about porn all day long and I have to take many bathroom breaks at work to watch a clip on my phone to quench my thirst otherwise, I get anxious.  I am young and I do not go out, I do not have many friends, I don't have a hobby and worst of all I don't have a significant other.

I have tried praying about it but it doesn't help.  I don't know who I can talk to because I am ashamed of my ways.  I will tell you this so you can understand how extreme this problem is, I have stopped typing twice to watch pornography.  Please help me out.  I don't know what to do.

Signed,
Addicted

WISY's Response:

Dear Addicted,

I suggest you try a combination of long term therapy and a rehabilitation program.  Just as there are programs to aide drug and alcohol abusers, there are programs that help porn addicts as well.  The professionals in these programs will guide you on your way and prepare you for situations which may cause you to have a relapse.

I am glad you reached out and are able to identify that you have a problem.  You have already made the most important step on the road to your recovery.  I am optimistic that you will overcome this obstacle in your life.

Walk good,
#TeamWISY

P.S.  Let me know if you need help locating a program which fits your needs.