Question 1

what are signs of sex addiction in women? how might a woman's sex addiction be noticed by others?

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Sex addiction: Sex addiction is characterized by compulsive sexual thoughts and acts which increase over time. It may be limited to compulsive masturbation/watching porn, but may also include escalating sexual activity with multiple partners. Like with other addictions, family relationships ; other roles suffer. Women are more likely than men to call it &quot;love addiction.&quot; http://tinyurl.Com/n5ay2j8 much shame.

Question 2

masturbating 1-2 times a day, could it be a sign of a sex addiction?

Accepted Answer

Of course not: The &#x27;addiction-recovery&#x27; movement has done a lot of good, but especially in the realm of sexuality, there as some crazies. Apply your common sense and ignore these people. You&#x27;re going to be sexual. Channel it wisely. Maybe you can even think about the person you will marry. Good luck.

Question 3

does vaginal pain sign of porn addiction or sex addiction ?? i have sex addiction and porn addiction for 15 years and for 15 years i have vaginal pain when dont sex or dont watch porn and its stopped when i get orgasm?

Accepted Answer

: I do not think your condition is related to a structural or physical etiology. Seeing a sex therapist is recommended. Good luck.

Question 4

what is sex addiction?

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A mental disorder: Sex addiction is a mental disorder where thoughts about sex are constant and intrusive to the point of interfering with otherwise normal behavior. It requires therapy to recover.

Question 5

is sex addiction real?

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Impairment: Any addiction is "real" when it causes impairment of function.  For example if the sex addiction causes one to expose themselves to danger or not take basic health precautions.

Question 6

what exactly is a sex addiction?

Accepted Answer

A mental disorder: Sex addiction is a mental disorder where thoughts about sex are constant and intrusive to the point of interfering with otherwise normal behavior. It requires therapy to recover.

Question 7

how can i control my sex addiction?

Accepted Answer

Get help: Contact a psychologist who specializes in sexual addictions. Consider going to a support group like aa for people who suffer from sexual addictions. Get a sponsor who has achieved control for a few years. They can help you. Good luck!

Question 8

i would like help with sex addiction?

Accepted Answer

Consider working: With a therapist/ psychologist who specializes in sexual addictions.

Question 9

what can cause  sex addiction in men?

Accepted Answer

Unknown: Possibly abnormal nerve connections in the brain or excess testosterone levels.

Question 10

what are the symptoms of sex addiction?

Accepted Answer

The symptoms of: Any addiction are remarkable similar.  An obsession with the "substance", a loss of interest in other activities, an unmanageable lifestyle, potentially harmful consequences, escalation of "use", and an inability to simply stop.

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