Journal: Global Journal of Classical Theology
Volume: GJCT 20:3 (Mar 2024)
Article: Effects Of Pornography On The Ghanaian Youth And Its Implications On The Marriage Institution
Author: Obeng Obed Afrifa

Effects Of Pornography On The Ghanaian Youth And Its Implications On The Marriage Institution

Obeng Obed Afrifa

St. Paul’s Catholic Seminary, Sowutuom Department Of Philosophy

This Long Essay Is Submitted To The St. Paul’s Catholic Seminary, Sowutuom, In Partial Fulfilment Of The Requirements For The Award Of A Certificate In Philosophy.

May 2023

Declaration

I, hereby declare that except for references to other people’s work, which I have duly acknowledged, this Long Essay is the result of my own research work, and that it has neither in part nor wholly been presented elsewhere for another degree.

Sign. .......................................……….

Obeng Obed Afrifa

(Candidate)

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Dr. Raphael Avornyo

(Principal Supervisor)

Dedication

With utmost gratitude, this long essay is dedicated to the unsung heroes of Ghana’s educational landscape: the parents, educators, policymakers, youth, and all who contributed to my survey.

May God Grant You Unending Benefits.

Acknowledgements

As I reflect on my journey, I cannot help but feel grateful for the blessings that have come my way. Firstly, I would like to express my deepest gratitude to the Almighty God for granting me the opportunity to pursue this course and for guiding me to this point. Without His divine intervention, I would not be where I am today. Moreover, I would like to extend my sincere thanks to my supervisor, Dr. Raphael Avornyo, for his unwavering guidance, patience, and valuable suggestions. His mentorship has been instrumental in shaping my academic path. I would also like to acknowledge the staff and formators of the St. Paul’s Catholic Seminary in Accra, my Bishop, Most Reverend Joseph Afrifah-Agyekum and his co-workers, and the faithful and generous people of the Catholic Diocese of Koforidua. Your support and encouragement have been a source of strength for me. Special thanks to Mr. Luke Gyebi, whose passion for social issues and current trends inspired me to take up this project. I am also deeply grateful to Mr. Desmond Billa, Mr. Daniel Ofosu Dwamena, Mr. Godwin Boadi Mireku, Dr. Louisa Manu Gyamfi, and Miss. Barbara Asiamah for their generous support and involvement in this work. I would like to express my heartfelt appreciation to Mr. Akoto Afrifa, Madam Theresa Adofo Serwaa, Madam Alice Abena Effah, Mrs. Silvia Ntiriaquah, Mr. Gilbert Owusu Afrifa and wife, Vivian Mirekua, Mrs. Ivy Obeng Ofori, Mrs. Bernice Serwaa Afrifa, Mr & Mrs. Asiamah Ntow, Frs. Paul Tordzro, Bright Kennedy Agyepong, Charles Nt...