RESUMO
Background: Internet use has increased access to online sexually explicit material. We explored the use of pornography in a community sample. Methods: In a house-to-house survey, 2525 individuals (1239 men; 1286 women) in the age group of 18-40 years were administered a schedule which included a screening tool for pornographic addiction along with a General Health Questionnaire. Results: Around 8.3% (229; 152 men [10.9%]; 77 women [5.6%]; p<0.001) acknowledged the use of pornography. It was more common among single and single parenting group samples. Pornographic addiction was 0.2% (5/2525; 0.3% men; 0.1% women). Sex had a significant association with age and pornography addiction. Conclusion: Our study documents the use of pornography in India. It suggests the need for in-depth studies.