Sex Addiction

Sex Addiction is a powerful driving force. Some people become completely preoccupied and obsessed with sex which can lead to dangerous sex addictionbehaviors and life threatening habits acted out through behaviors of sex addiction. A sex addict gains their “high” or euphoria from the chemicals released in the brain.  Just as any other addiction, the body becomes accustomed to the sensation and needs more and more to reach that satisfying feeling.

Sex addiction is revealed in behaviors such as:

  • Excessive masturbation
  • Pornography
  • Voyeurism
  • Prostitution
  • Sexual affairs

In more severe cases, sex addiction may lead to rape, molestation and even murder.  Although, all of these features of sex addiction have one commonality, that one thing in common is secrecy.

Like any source of pleasure, sex can become addictive, in which case it becomes distorted and is used as a means of escape from the problems of everyday life. Rather than deal with the problem, fantasizing about the next or some past sexual activity leads to a feeling of comfort and encourages you to proceed to turn the fantasy into reality and can ultimately lead to a sex addiction. This is then followed by shame and remorse. You believe the solution to coping with feelings is found in yet another sexual experience.

The cycle continues, creating more and more damage to your already chaotic life. It is easy to see the similarities between the cycle of sex addiction, eating disorders, drug addiction and alcoholism.

The biggest problem faced with sex addiction is the possibility of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs).  Due to the increased feeling of needing to reach that sexual euphoria, multiple sex partners are often involved.  With multiple sex partners, this increases the chances of sexually transmitted disease.  Because of this, it is time to stop your addiction now before it escalates into something out of your control.

Contact Us for Help with Sex Addiction

If you or someone you love is suffering from the turmoils of sex addiction, our professional counselors are here to help you rediscover the other part of you that has been hidden behind the addiction. Call us today to learn how we can help you overcome sex addiction.