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by noCooL on August 16th, 2009

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Is sex addiction a disease? What kind of symptoms are there?

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  • by Ditto on August 20th, 2009

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    I'm not so sure it's a disease as much as it is an uncontrolled habit. I personally find things like watching porn tend to want sex more, sometimes very significantly more. I try to avoid porn because I know how it affects me. I think just about everyone has some sort of addictive traits but we pick and choose what they will be. Sex is just one of many things that we can latch on to.

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  • by mttdal on August 20th, 2009

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    It is a disease in the sense that it is an extremely destructive addiction. From the SAA website here are some things they list that are common. Like any addiction sexual addiction can be treated.

    The website is
    http://saa-recovery.org/

    Powerlessness over addictive sexual behavior.
    Resulting unmanageability of his/her life.
    Feelings of shame, pain, and self-loathing.
    Failed promises and attempts to stop acting out.
    Preoccupation with sex leading to ritual

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  • by rauljulia on September 6th, 2009

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    Hi there,
    I came across one useful resource where you will find all information on Sex addiction including its signs, symptoms & available treatment options. Visit http://www.recoveryconnection.org/addiction/sex_addiction.php?utm_source=answerbag&utm_medium=ru&utm_campaign=sexaddiction or call their 24 hour helpline number 800-714-8354 to seek the advice and help you need. Good luck!

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