Relationship between problematic pornography consumption, sexual self-esteem, and sexual machismo in men aged 18 to 30 from Honduras - Scorecard - MDSpire

Relationship between problematic pornography consumption, sexual self-esteem, and sexual machismo in men aged 18 to 30 from Honduras

  • By

  • Ana Lucía Lovo

  • Sara Betsabe Herrera Perez

  • Rut Elizabeth Gómez

  • Raquel Mejía-Sánchez

  • Isis Suazo-Cervantes

  • Miguel Landa-Blanco

  • July 15, 2026

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Clinical Scorecard: Exploring the Links Between Problematic Pornography Use, Sexual Self-Esteem, and Machismo Attitudes in Honduran Men Aged 18 to 30

At a Glance

CategoryDetail
ConditionProblematic Pornography Consumption (PPC)
Key MechanismsAssociations with sexual self-esteem and sexual machismo attitudes.
Target PopulationMen aged 18 to 30 years from Francisco Morazán, Honduras.
Care SettingCross-sectional study examining psychological and sociocultural factors.

Key Highlights

  • 15.3% of participants classified as at risk of PPC.
  • PPC associated with higher sexual machismo attitudes.
  • PPC linked to lower sexual self-esteem.
  • Sexual self-esteem did not mediate the PPC–sexual machismo association.
  • Findings suggest other psychosocial mechanisms may explain the link.

Guideline-Based Recommendations

Diagnosis

  • Utilize the Problematic Pornography Consumption Scale for assessment.

Management

  • Consider addressing underlying psychosocial and cultural factors in interventions.

Monitoring & Follow-up

  • Regularly assess sexual self-esteem and machismo attitudes in affected individuals.

Risks

  • Monitor for anxiety, guilt, and interpersonal conflicts associated with PPC.

Patient & Prescribing Data

Young men experiencing problematic pornography consumption.

Focus on improving sexual self-esteem and addressing cultural attitudes.

Clinical Best Practices

  • Incorporate discussions about sexual self-esteem in therapeutic settings.
  • Address the impact of cultural norms on sexual behavior and attitudes.

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