Why Men Like Porn

1. Porn never gets a headache

‘My wife doesn’t share my sex drive – once or twice a week is her maximum,’ says Michael, a lawyer from Pittsburgh. ‘I want to get off every day so porn bridges the gaps for me when my wife isn’t in the mood for sex.’

2. You don't have to take porn out for dinner

‘Most porn is free on the internet these days but even if you do buy DVDs or go pay-per-view, it’s way cheaper than taking a date out for dinner,’ admits account manager Andy.

3. Porn is versatile

Gone are the days when dirty magazines were stashed under the bed. ‘Laptops are the way to go,’ says Brett. ‘I can even watch it on my phone. But sometimes looking at an old magazine gives me a retro thrill.’

4. Porn is funny

Especially when it’s not intended to be funny. ‘The cheesy dialogue, orange tans and bad moustaches make porn worth watching even without the sexual excitement,’ confesses accountant Simon.

5. Porn is inspiring

‘My girlfriend loves that I’m imaginative in bed – should I tell her where I get all my ideas from?’ asks Ted, a real estate agent.

6. Porn is not just for men

Of course not. ‘My girlfriend introduced me to stuff she likes,’ says Steve, a printer. ‘Watching it with her was the hottest sex I’ve ever had.’

7. Porn is a stopgap

‘Having been single for a year, porn has kept the wolf from the door, so to speak,’ admits Naveen, a sales manager. ‘But ultimately, it’s no substitute for real sex with someone you love.’