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[–] WantsToPetYourKitty 10 points 5 days ago (1 children)

While it's probably true that there are people who might struggle with porn, there are plenty of people who struggle with addictions of all kinds - alcohol, gambling, opiates, etc.

But there are certainly valid questions that come up with stuff like this:

  • Is the government's place to enforce a mandatory 18yr age requirement to view porn?
  • If so, what kinds of unintended ramifications are possible from imposing such a requirement? I can think of quite a few, but I'm curious what others think.
  • Could it be argued that this is an attempt to legislate morality or impose censorship?

I think that these are fair questions and perhaps the meat and potatoes of the issue lies a bit deeper than anyone's sole opinion on whether porn is "bad for you" or not.

[–] kinther 3 points 5 days ago (1 children)

I wholeheartedly agree with you. I did not say whether it should be banned or made difficult to find - I was pointing out the evidence that is out there that it is a problem for some people.

[–] WantsToPetYourKitty 3 points 5 days ago

It is so much easier to have nuanced discussions on Lemmy. You are correct I realize now you were just responding to poster above you