Navigating conversations about pornography can feel overwhelming — especially when you want to cut through opinions and get to what the research actually says. That's where Fight the New Drug's Fast Facts page comes in, offering a well-organized, research-backed collection of over 100 statistics and findings on the effects of pornography on individuals, relationships, and society.^1
The page covers more than 20 categories — from addiction and mental health to exploitation, sex trafficking, and the effects on young people — each citing peer-reviewed studies from institutions like the New England Journal of Medicine, Archives of Sexual Behavior, and the British Journal of Criminology.^1 Every stat links directly to its source, making it a trustworthy starting point for parents, pastors, counselors, and anyone preparing to have hard conversations with the people they love.
Fight the New Drug (FTND) is a non-religious, non-legislative 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 2009 by a group of college students in Utah who wanted to change the conversation about pornography using science, facts, and personal accounts rather than shame or legislation.^2 Since then, the movement has reached millions worldwide, earned endorsements from public figures like Terry Crews and Lamar Odom, and produced the documentary Brain, Heart, World and the Consider Before Consuming podcast.^3
Why People Love It"I haven't watched porn since June 2020. It's crazy how addicting porn can be and how it negatively impacts someone's life and their loved ones. I truly appreciate the help and guidance you guys gave me."^4
"I LOVE the Consider Before Consuming podcasts. I used to struggle with pornography, and it ruined my relationships and my life. Fight the New Drug and this podcast are awesome because they don't shame BUT they're informative about the harms of pornography."^4
"I put my Fighter Club stickers on all of my electronics and I'm entering my longest porn-free period in 9 years! The podcast and social media posts help me stay motivated."^4
Notable- Founded in 2009; now part of the PHASE Alliance alongside other anti-exploitation organizations^2
- Presented to the Kansas City Royals during spring training in 2018^3
- Over 1,000 blog articles and a three-part documentary (Brain, Heart, World) available for public screening^2
- Partners with Fortify, a science-based recovery program for those wanting to quit pornography^2
- Fast Facts page organizes research across 20+ filterable categories for quick reference^1
