Sex Addiction
Sex addiction, also known as compulsive sexual behavior, is a condition characterized by persistent and intense sexual thoughts, fantasies, and behaviors that interfere with a person's ability to function in their daily life. This may include consuming pornography, masturbation, sexual acts, hiring a sex worker, exhibition, voyeurism, and affairs. It is considered a behavioral addiction, and like other addictions, it can be difficult to control and can have negative consequences.
Some common signs of sex addiction include:
Spending excessive amounts of time thinking about, planning, and engaging in sexual activity
Feeling like sexual behavior is out of control, or that it is difficult to stop engaging in sexual activity even when it is causing problems in one's life
Continuing to engage in sexual activity despite negative consequences, such as relationship problems, loss of a job, or legal issues
Using sexual behavior as a way to cope with negative emotions or to escape from problems
Feeling guilt, shame, embarrassment, or depression about their sexual urges or challenge in controlling the urges.
It's important to note that having a high sex drive or engaging in consensual sexual activity is not the same as having a sex addiction. Sex addiction is a serious condition that can have a significant impact on a person's life, and it often requires professional help to manage. Healing is possible while working with a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT). Individual therapy, group therapy, community support groups are important interventions for recovery.