Gary Wilson

Gary Wilson was an educator, writer, and anti-pornography advocate, best known for his work on the societal and neurological impacts of internet pornography. After delivering the widely acclaimed TEDx talk ‘The Great Porn Experiment’ in 2012, which accumulated millions of views, Gary Wilson established himself as a leading authority on the neurological impacts of internet pornography. Wilson initiated his impactful career by founding YourBrainOnPorn.com, which quickly became a significant platform for discussions surrounding digital media consumption and its effects on brain chemistry. His foundational work built upon a background in academia, where he served as an adjunct professor of biology at Southern Oregon University and taught scientific disciplines at various vocational schools.

In 2016, he published two impactful papers: ‘Is Internet Pornography Causing Sexual Dysfunctions? A Review with Clinical Reports’ and ‘Eliminate Chronic Internet Pornography Use to Reveal Its Effects.’ His groundbreaking work and advocacy profoundly influenced and catalyzed movements focused on digital detoxification, notably impacting communities such as ‘NoFap’ and inspiring initiatives like ‘No Nut November.’ Gary Wilson’s contributions solidified a significant legacy that continues to shape discussions around digital media consumption and its profound effects on human behavior and neurological health. His pioneering research established a framework for understanding the complex interplay between internet use and mental well-being, influencing academic discourse, clinical approaches, and public awareness campaigns. He passed away on May 20, 2021, after an extended period of illness, leaving behind a body of work that continues to resonate and inform dialogue on a crucial public health issue.