I’m Kayla, and I took a porn addiction quiz on a slow Sunday with coffee and a little dread. I felt weird even typing “porn” in the search bar. But I wanted clear words, not fog. I wanted a number, not a guess. If you want the play-by-play of someone else doing the same, here’s a candid walk-through that mirrors what I felt.
Why I Tried It
I kept telling myself, “I’m fine.” Then I missed a 9 a.m. meeting because I stayed up late. Twice. I told my partner I was watching game highlights. I wasn’t. I also felt edgy if I tried to stop for a week. Little things bugged me. I got short with people. That’s when I thought, okay, time to check.
You know what? I didn’t want drama. I just wanted a read on my habits.
The Quizzes I Used
I tried three, because I’m that person:
- Sexual Addiction Screening Test (SAST) short form: yes/no questions. Straight to the point.
- Mind Diagnostics Porn Addiction Test: longer, with scales like “never” to “often.”
- Addiction Center quiz: quick, more like a gut check.
Before I even clicked “start,” I took a quick detour to Wild Porn Reviews, a site that dissects popular porn platforms in plain language, because understanding what I was consuming felt like part of the same self-audit.
I took them all in one sitting. I used the same honest answers. No hedging, no “I’ll do better next week” talk.
What The Questions Felt Like
Some hits from my own answers:
- “Have you tried to cut back and failed?” I clicked yes. I had a streak going, then broke it on a rough workday.
- “Do you hide your use?” Yes. I cleared history and used my phone in the hallway like a sneaky teen. I’m 34.
- “Has it hurt work or school?” I said yes, mild. Late emails, late mornings.
- “Do you feel guilt or shame after?” Not always. But when I did, it was heavy. Like a wet coat.
- “Do you escalate when stressed?” Big yes. Stress was the trigger. Boredom was the second one.
One question asked if I felt numb with partners. That one stung. I didn’t like my answer.
My Results (No Sugarcoat)
- SAST short form: I marked 8 yes answers. The quiz said that can point to a problem pattern.
- Mind Diagnostics: It called my risk “moderate.” Not the worst. Not mild. Solid middle.
- Addiction Center: It nudged me to talk to someone if I keep slipping. Fair.
Did it make me panic? No. It made me quiet. Quiet can be good. Quiet means I’m listening.
What I Liked
- It was fast. Ten minutes total, tops.
- It was private. No sign-ups needed for two of them.
- The wording was clear. No fancy talk. Just plain questions.
And it gave me a map. Not a full map. But a start. A little “you are here” dot.
What Bugged Me
Some words felt harsh. “Addict” is a heavy word. It can push shame. Shame is loud and not helpful. Also, one quiz had ads all over. That pulled me out. I wanted care, not clickbait. There’s even debate about whether the label should exist at all—some argue porn addiction isn’t real, and reading that perspective was both jarring and helpful.
Another thing: these quizzes don’t know my life. They don’t know my trauma or the week I had the flu and binged on snacks and screens. They can’t see the whole room.
Real Moments That Hit Me
Here’s me being real:
- I once paused a movie with friends to “use the bathroom,” but I ended up scrolling my phone for a burst. I felt silly after. And a bit lost.
- I lied to myself. I said, “I’ll stop after this video.” Then I didn’t. Then I felt small.
- I avoided eye contact with my partner the next morning. Coffee tasted flat.
Writing this makes my shoulders tense. But it also makes me breathe.
At one point I even wandered into local hookup classifieds, chasing a quick jolt of validation. One modern Backpage-style board focused on my city—Watertown—caught my eye: this Watertown listings hub curates real-time ads, safety pointers, and user insights, making it crystal clear just how accessible (and potentially risky) offline encounters can be when you’re already wrestling with compulsive habits.
What I Did Next
- I moved my phone charger to the kitchen. Bedroom is now a quiet zone. It helps. Not perfect, but better.
- I used an app blocker (I tried Freedom and then BlockSite). I set a simple rule: block at night.
- I told my partner the truth. We made a code word for tough nights. It’s “blue mug.” Sounds silly. Works.
- I made a tiny trigger list: stress, boredom, feeling lonely, endless scrolling. Seeing it on paper took some power away.
- I booked a session with a therapist who gets this stuff. First visit felt awkward. Second felt lighter.
On nights when I was tempted to message someone for a quick dopamine hit, I noticed the urge centered on visuals—sexting pics, not just streaming videos. If you’re in the same boat and want to see how real users approach this without stumbling into endless porn loops, you can peek at curated sexting photos that showcase playful, consent-driven examples and include practical pointers for keeping things private and respectful.
I also skimmed through a week-by-week recovery timeline so the road ahead felt concrete, not abstract.
I also stuck a note on my laptop: “Are you tired or lonely?” That question changed a few nights.
Who This Quiz Helps
- If you’re unsure and want a nudge. It’s good for that.
- If you like data but hate lectures. It’s clean and fast.
- If shame is choking you, take a breath. A quiz is a tool. Not a judge.
Seeing how celebrities have wrestled with similar habits reminded me the issue doesn’t discriminate.
Who it may not help: kids, or anyone in a deep crisis. You might need a person, not a quiz. If things feel dangerous, call for help. SAMHSA’s National Helpline is 1-800-662-HELP. You’re not alone.
A Few Tips Before You Tap “Start”
- Be honest. The quiz can’t help if you play games with it.
- Take it on a calm day. Not right after a binge. Not mid-spiral.
- Keep notes. Two lines: triggers and time of day. Patterns pop up fast.
- Share with one safe person. Shame shrinks when it sees light.
My Take
Do I think a porn addiction quiz fixes anything? No. It’s not magic. It’s a mirror. But I needed a mirror. I needed to face the gap between how I saw myself and how I was living.
If you feel a pull to try it, that’s your gut asking for care. Listen to it. You might find, like I did, that small steps stack up. And on a random Tuesday, you’ll notice you slept well, showed up on time, and your coffee tastes bright again.
I’m still working on it. I still slip. But the quiz helped me tell the truth. That alone was worth it.
—Kayla