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Do ppl who indulge in online sex need treatment?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

If the on-line sex: Interferes with living their life that is a problem. If it is excessive, out of control ; interferes socially, recreationally or occupationally then treatment would be a good option.

Answered 11/13/2013

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Dr. Anthony Vertino answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Not necessarily: Online relations are not diagnosable by themselves. It is the frequency of the events and the interference in real life events that contributes to this being a diagnosable problem.

Answered 5/14/2016

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We don't judge: Like many behaviors, online sex can be pleasurable but it could also result in undesirable consequences, depending on the circumstances. I would argue that medical professionals can only ethically advocate for intervening when someone's behavior is presents a clear & present danger to themselves or to others (e.g., if children were involved).

Answered 7/15/2016

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