Instigator / Pro

4

1500

rating

5

debates

20.0%

won

Topic

Porn should be banned

Status

Finished

The debate is finished. The distribution of the voting points and the winner are presented below.

Winner & statistics

Better arguments

0

3

Better sources

2

2

Better legibility

1

1

Better conduct

1

1

After 1 vote and with 3 points ahead, the winner is...

jonrohith

Tags

porn

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Publication date: 06.03.2025 08:40PM
Last updated date: 06.20.2025 03:35AM
Type: Standard
Number of rounds: 5
Time for argument: One day
Max argument characters: 10,000
Voting period: One week
Point system: Multiple criterions
Voting system: Open

Contender / Con

7

1473

rating

23

debates

52.17%

won

Description

Porn corrupts our youth and all people

Round 1

bake1351

06.04.2025 05:08PM

Pro

#1

Porn harms society in many ways first being the mental health of the people consuming it has been found to increase anxiety and depression(https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9922938/). it also creates unrealistic body and sexual standards resulting in disappointment in the bedroom and defiantly contributing to the high divorce rate in America(https://www.asanet.org/beginning-pornography-use-associated-increase-probability-divorce/). Even before these men or women get married they likely will be ore picky and too focused on sexual gratification when trying to find a partner likely contributing to the male loneliness epidemic.

Another aspect is that porn has created many horrible things such as pedophilia and sex trafficking. When someone watches porn, overtime they need better stuff in order to get the same feeling, so they look at weirder and weirder stuff likely leading to pedophiles being created. The poor state of the actors is worth mentioning as well with them being propped up on horrible drugs and some forced into this industry.

06.05.2025 03:35AM

Con

#2

Porn:

Pornography, often shortened to "porn," refers to material—like images, videos, or writing—that depicts sexual acts or behavior with the intent of causing sexual arousal or excitement. It can take various forms, including text, photos, videos, and audio.- wikipedia [ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pornography ]

Physical Changes in the Body After Watching Porn:

Watching porn triggers several natural bodily responses. Blood flow increases to the penis, leading to an erection—this is a normal sexual response caused by visual stimulation. Like during exercise or excitement, breathing becomes faster and the pulse slightly rises. Muscles may tense up—especially in the shoulders, thighs, and even the jaw—as the body enters a state of heightened alertness. Sweating may also occur, and the skin may feel warmer. These are all normal signs of sexual arousal.

After climax (if masturbation occurs), the brain releases oxytocin and prolactin—chemicals responsible for the feeling of calmness or sleepiness afterward.

Why am I saying this? Because without basic knowledge, people can’t understand how porn affects the body and brain.

Why Do People Watch Porn?

Porn is viewed by people across all age groups today. The sexual urge is a natural human emotion, deeply rooted in biology. Sex is a powerful, primary instinct that evolved over millions of years to ensure the survival of the species.

But in today's society, people can’t always engage in sex whenever they feel the desire. So, many turn to porn—because it stimulates sexual feelings without involving a real partner. It serves as a substitute when sexual release is needed but not practically possible.

Benefits of Porn:

It provides a form of sex education, especially for teens. Just like math or science, sex education is also essential, and for many—including myself—porn was the first place we learned what sex even was.
In the short term, it can boost confidence, reduce stress, and bring temporary happiness. Porn is not evil—it can even help people understand their own bodies and desires through safe masturbation.
Studies support this: In 2019, a CNBC-TV18 report showed that 89% of Indians accessed porn through mobile devices, up from 86% in 2017. Globally, 6 in 10 Americans have watched porn at some point in their lives.

“Porn causes pedophilia and sex trafficking” — A False Claim by pro.

Some people claim that porn leads to pedophilia or sex trafficking—but they say this without evidence.

Pedophilia is a psychological condition that develops before or during puberty. It is not chosen—it's a disorder of sexual preference, just like heterosexuality or homosexuality is an orientation. Porn doesn't cause pedophilia; there's no verified article proving that.
Sex trafficking is largely run by criminal gangs, fake job agents, and sometimes even family members, especially in poor areas. There’s no direct connection between people watching porn and people committing trafficking crimes.

So, these are emotional arguments made without facts.

Porn Is Also Just a Habit:

Just like watching YouTube videos, playing games, or drinking wine — porn is a habit. When used in moderation, it can be enjoyed. But like anything else, excessive use can lead to problems. That doesn’t mean porn itself is evil—it just needs balance.

A Question for pro :

“Without porn, would you have ever learned what sex is?”

In the next round, I’ll give more points explaining why porn should not be banned. To know more about pedophilia - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pedophilia

Round 2

bake1351

06.06.2025 03:35AM

Pro

#3

Forfeited

06.07.2025 03:35AM

Con

#4

Forfeited

Round 3

bake1351

06.08.2025 03:35AM

Pro

#5

Forfeited

06.09.2025 03:35AM

Con

#6

Forfeited

Round 4

bake1351

06.10.2025 03:35AM

Pro

#7

Forfeited

06.11.2025 03:35AM

Con

#8

Forfeited

Round 5

bake1351

06.12.2025 03:35AM

Pro

#9

Forfeited

06.13.2025 03:35AM

Con

#10

Forfeited

06.04.2025 03:20AM

#3

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@bake1351

I am eager to debate.

06.04.2025 02:14AM

#2

Bro this is such a one sided trick

06.03.2025 08:41PM

#1

Corrupt me daddy.

Barney

06.13.2025 03:37AM

#1

Criterion

Pro

Tie

Con

Points

Better arguments

3 point(s)

Better sources

2 point(s)

Better legibility

1 point(s)

Better conduct

1 point(s)

Reason:

Due to the forfeitures, this boils down to a single round debate in which pro cannot defend anything con counters. So foregone conclusion.