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Research in animal behavior showcases the concept of "super stimuli"; for instance, male stickleback fish exhibit aggressive behavior towards other males with specific visual cues. If you present these fish with exaggerated stimuli—like a larger, brighter red dot—they exhibit even more aggressive responses. This phenomenon parallels how pornography operates as a super stimulus for humans, particularly males, who are evolutionarily oriented towards visual stimuli.
In today’s digital age, a 13-year-old boy can easily access a vast array of hyper-attractive imagery online—much more than any historical figure could have throughout their lifespan. This unprecedented access has profound implications on brain circuitry and sexual development.