Pornography: reactions and reality.

The Greek word porne (harlot) paired with graphe (picture or writing) has for centuries been used for depiction of sexual activity from cave paintings to contemporary internet depictions, movies, and videos. Playboy-type magazines are considered "tame" today. This brief discussion will update busy physicians of all specialties as to how their patients may be using or overusing available explicit materials and will also assess the impact on the patients' current work and home adjustment.