PIED stands for “Porn-induced erectile dysfunction,” a condition in which people have trouble getting or keeping an erection because they watch too much pornography. Others think that seeing sexually detailed content on the internet for a long time might make people less sensitive and change the way they get sexually aroused.
Few studies have been done on PIED, and doctors have different views about it. However, some men say they have problems with sexual situations in real life, even though they don’t seem to have any physical problems.
PIED is often treated by limiting or stopping pornography exposure and giving the brain time to reset its patterns of excitement. Behavior therapy, counseling, and support from medical workers may help people with PIED get better and deal with any underlying psychological issues.