How Addiction Happens

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Different aspects trigger sexual addiction, otherwise known as sexual compulsivity. The obsession to sexually abnormal display is a complicated topic and can comparatively be qualified to a single cause . Sex compulsion could be a accumulation of different factors at once , such as emotional trauma.

In general , the basis of sexual compulsivity may be classified into three : biological, psychological, and spiritual.    Read more...

Signs of Sexual Addiction (Based upon Patrick Carnes work)

1. Loss of Control
• Out of control sexual behavior predominates
• The addict cannot control the extent, duration and regularity of his/her
sexual behavior
• Behavior excesses continue despite clear signs of danger (consequences)
— Compulsive masturbation
— Compulsive pornography use
— Chronic affairs
— Exhibitionism: intrusive “flaunting/showing”
— Dangerous sexual practices, i.e., asphyxiation
— Prostitution
— Anonymous sex (at porn shops, bars, etc.)
— Voyeurism: intrusive “watching”

2. Continuation Despite Consequences
• Social Consequences
— Loss of marriage/primary relationship, friendships and social networks
— Problematic relationships with spouse, family and/or significant others
• Emotional Consequences
— Depression, anxiety, fear, etc.
— Suicidal thoughts, plans and/or attempts (70% have thought about it)
• Physical Consequences
— Injury due to frequency and type of behaviors
— Sexually-transmitted diseases
— Unwanted pregnancies or abortions
— Sleep disturbances
• Legal Consequences
— Arrests for sexual crimes (voyeurism, lewd conduct, etc.),
— Loss of job, licensure, and/or professional status
— Sexual harassment charges
— Fines, legal fees, probation, or incarceration
— Being on the Sexual Offender Database
• Financial Consequences
— Costs of pornography, prostitutes, and phone sex can cause financial hardships
— Loss of productivity, creativity and/or employment
— Loss of career opportunities
— Bankruptcy    Read more...