Oscar De La Huerte answered
Although sex addiction may not seem like such a prevalent issue in comparison to forms of drug dependency like heroin and cocaine addiction, it is actually thought that 6% of the population suffer from some form of sex addiction.
If you feel that you or your partner need help dealing with sex addiction, your medical healthcare provider is often a good person to confide in.
What are the consequences of sex addiction?
Sex addiction is not something to be overlooked, as it can often have serious implications for someone's relationship, lifestyle and health. Luckily, the problem is more widely recognized - and the amount and quality of help available has increased substantially in the past few decades.
The first problem a sex addict may encounter is being able to recognize the problem. This can be difficult because, as far as sex goes, there isn't an easy way to quantify what the difference between addiction and a high libido are.
One aspect of sex addiction that distinguishes it as a problem (rather than simply a lifestyle choice) is the negative consequences a sex addict will often suffer in their 'pursuit of gratification'.
Often these include:
Partners of sex addicts often live in the knowledge that their loved one might never be satisfied with the sexual relations of a monogamous relationship.
The consequences to a partner of an addict can include:
The first port of call should be to your personal GP or healthcare provider. Your doctor will be able to guide you on your quest to obtain the best treatment for your partner.
Often this will involve attending counselling sessions (maybe as a couple), and there are also support groups for sex addicts located all over the country.
If you feel that you or your partner need help dealing with sex addiction, your medical healthcare provider is often a good person to confide in.
What are the consequences of sex addiction?
Sex addiction is not something to be overlooked, as it can often have serious implications for someone's relationship, lifestyle and health. Luckily, the problem is more widely recognized - and the amount and quality of help available has increased substantially in the past few decades.
The first problem a sex addict may encounter is being able to recognize the problem. This can be difficult because, as far as sex goes, there isn't an easy way to quantify what the difference between addiction and a high libido are.
One aspect of sex addiction that distinguishes it as a problem (rather than simply a lifestyle choice) is the negative consequences a sex addict will often suffer in their 'pursuit of gratification'.
Often these include:
- Feelings of regret or shame
- An inability to remain faithful to one partner
- Engaging in 'risky' sex
- Frustration at being unable to control one's sex drive
Partners of sex addicts often live in the knowledge that their loved one might never be satisfied with the sexual relations of a monogamous relationship.
The consequences to a partner of an addict can include:
- Low self-esteem
- Possible exposure to STDs (through a partner's sexual behaviour)
- Anxiety and distress caused by a partner's infidelity.
The first port of call should be to your personal GP or healthcare provider. Your doctor will be able to guide you on your quest to obtain the best treatment for your partner.
Often this will involve attending counselling sessions (maybe as a couple), and there are also support groups for sex addicts located all over the country.
