What is sex addiction?
Sex addiction is defined as a lack of control over sexual thoughts, urges, and impulses. While sexual impulses are natural, sex addiction only refers to behaviors that are done in excess and significantly impact one’s life in a negative way.
A person with sex addiction may have a compulsive need to be sexually stimulated. This desire often interferes with their ability to live their daily life. Sexual addictions can come in many different forms, including addiction to:
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Sexual acts
Prostitution
Watching or consuming pornography
Masturbation or sexual fantasy
Exhibition or voyeurism
Sex addicts may alter their activities to perform sexual acts persistently, unable to control their behavior despite any consequences. This compulsive sexual behavior can have serious personal consequences. Like drug or alcohol addiction, sex addiction can impact physical health, mental health, personal relationships, and quality of life.
Signs of a Sex Addict
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Obsessive Sexual Thoughts
Spending Excessive Time on Sex
Feeling Shame or Depression
Excluding Other Activities
Masturbating Excessively
Engaging in Risky or Inappropriate Behaviors
Cheating on Partners
Committing Criminal Sex Offenses
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