The Truth About Compulsive Lascivious Behavior
Sex addiction has become more popular over the last 10 years. Like alcohol and drugs, sex can be addictive. They may not even like the act itself but find themselves unable to stop. The consequences of this addiction are normally negative, such as the inability to hold down a relationship, problems with work and money or legal problems.
This kind of addiction is not about intercourse, it is a form of denial and escapism. The addicts do not necessarily like to hook up, but they cannot control their thoughts and this unacceptable behavior.
Here are seven facts about sex addiction:
1. It is not about the physical contact
- It is more about alleviating a pain of some description, relief from depression or anxiety or a form of escapism. The addict sees it as a way of avoiding problems that they do not want to face and are usually ashamed of themselves after the act.
2. Nearly two thirds who are affected of this addiction are men
- This may be because men are considered to be more highly driven by the behavior or it may be that women are too ashamed to say that they are addicted to it for fear of being labelled as prostitutes or other unsavory brandings.
3. Addicts cannot control their thoughts about the pornographic acts
- A person’s day is significantly disrupted by thoughts of sexual nature, whether it is actual intercourse or masturbation. They will most likely not be able to understand why they cannot stop thinking about it and why it takes over their lives to the extent that they cannot carry out a normal existence.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d8F9acHsyJk&feature=youtube_gdata_player
4. They are not always promiscuous in their behavior
- Addicts may not constantly be having affairs or one-night stands. Some will focus all of their attention on their spouse or partner, making them into an object of desire rather than the love of their lives. This in turn leads to other problems such as physical abuse and violence and the eventual destruction of the marriage or relationship.
5. People with Bi-Polar Disorder or Borderline Personality Disorder have a greater risk
- They will display tendencies towards high-risk sexual activities at certain times of their illness. For the Bi-Polar sufferer this will be in their “manic” periods. For those suffering from Dependent Personality Disorder, or love addiction, will use it in the mistaken belief that they are getting love and will sometimes base an entire relationship on this theory. Those with Borderline Personality Disorder will take part in unsafe sexual activities in order to hurt themselves. They usually end up hurting others as well but are not always aware of this fact.
6. People who suffer from gender and/or identity confusion have a higher risk too
- Many people who are confused with their gender may engage in unsafe and compulsive fornication.
7. Substance abusers also have the potential to engage in this type of addiction
- The effects of the substance itself or as a form of replacement when they come off of the substance they are using.
Science Supports Pornographic Addiction as a Legitimate Disorder UCLA – From The Web
UCLA studies show that the idea of an individual who suffer from this kind of addiction is a great fodder for radio talk shows, comedians, and late night TV. But it is never a laughing matter. Relationships are destroyed jobs are lost lives ruined.…Read more about Sex Addiction
Men in Power and Obscene Misbehavior – In The News
PsychCentral.com reports Oftentimes in sex scandals that become public, as has the Petraeus affair, we hear the phrase “sex addiction” bandied about as an excuse for the bad behavior. After all, having an illness sounds a lot better than simply blowing off the sanctity of your family… Click Here
If you or someone you know suffers from sex addiction call Hawaii Island Recovery at 866-515-5032. We can help.
