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Culture, Health & Sexuality
An International Journal for Research, Intervention and Care
Volume 26, 2024 - Issue 4
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Research Articles

The paradox of pornography – sexuality and problematic pornography use

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Pages 433-448 | Received 19 Sep 2022, Accepted 10 May 2023, Published online: 22 May 2023

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