Question 1

is a sex addict capable of real love?

Accepted Answer

Sex addiction : For a sex addict,  the sex is different from the sex in a loving relationship.   I believe they are capable of. "real" love.   They need to work with a therapist trained in sex addiction for best results.   I wish you the best.

Question 2

can a sex addict ever be faithful?

Accepted Answer

Probably not...: ...At least not without appropriate treatment. As with the treatment of any addictive behavior, the behavior is not just going to change on its own without treatment from a trained professional, often augmented by the addict's commitment to an appropriate 12-step program (e.g. Sa or slaa). The likelihood of his becoming faithful depends on a variety of factors involving motivation and personality.

Question 3

how can i know if i am a sex addict?

Accepted Answer

If thinking about: Sex, engaging in sexual behaviors, or spending time in pursuit of sexual contact/items prevents you from engaging in normal life activities - that is a problem. Does it impact you in regards to your relationships with others, occupationally, recreationally etc.?

Question 4

what are signs of being a sex addict?

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Sex Addiction: Symptoms  include:being unable to stop thinking about sex ;needing to have sex more and more often;trying and failing to control, cut back, or stop having sex; feeling restless or in a bad mood when trying to control sexual urges; having school, job, or relationship problems because of sex. Out of control repetitive behaviors:masturbation, extramarital affairs, pornography, cyber sex.

Question 5

could you be a sex addict if you're a virgin?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: If you are addicted to pornographic movies & videos &/or can't control very frequent urges to masturbate & self gratify. Suggest you seek counselng if this "obsession" is interfering with you life. Good luck.

Question 6

what could i do to find out if i'm a sex addict?

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Suggested Q's 4 U: U'll find many "experts" happy 2answer: some men in relationships w/women who also seek sex w/men r being told they r sex addicts. Some ppl using images that turn them on r being called sex addicts. / i wonder about asking urself some q's like: what does sex mean 2 me & make me feel? What do I want from it? How is my sexual behavior making my life better? Worse? / good psychologist 2 help w/ q's?

Question 7

what to do if i'm a sex addict, and i'm only 16!?

Accepted Answer

Define it: You and essentially all your male peers enjoy yourselves when you're alone and are thinking things and looking at pictures even if your parents say it is wrong and not to do it. That's being human. If you are unable to take your thoughts off sexuality to do the other things you must do (learning, work, play) or are missing class because you're obsessing over erotica, then see you doctor.

Question 8

what are some of the signs someone is a sex addict?

Accepted Answer

Def. of addiction: Continued despite harm/inordinate risk,
Compulsion,
Cravings/preoccupations out of the ordinary

are some of the hallmarks of addictions.

But if you are asking it is time to talk about it with a professional you can trust.  Sex addiction is not uncommon and it warrants asking for help and there is good help out there.

Question 9

how should i tell my shrink that i might be a sex addict?

Accepted Answer

Trust: Many of us seriously doubt there's any such thing as "sex addiction" comparable to addiction to tobacco or heroin. What you say to your mental health expert is utterly privileged, he/she has heard it all before, and there's no shame in mental illness, only shame in refusing to work on becoming a better person. Perhaps true love will find you after all. Good luck.

Question 10

can you tell me which are the symptoms someone is a sex addict?

Accepted Answer

Compulsive: Need for sexual release, but not followed by satisfaction or really associated with any joy or "fun."  people with compulsive sexuality are driven to have sex, take unacceptable risks and may very adversely affect their lives and the lives of their families. Many people are highly sexual, but enjoy the sex and it is fun and fulfilling. People with sex addiction do not enjoy it and its never enough.

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