The Basic Facts about “Sex Rehab” – Part Two

If you missed The Basic Facts about “Sex Rehab” – Part One you can read it here.

Many people enter inpatient sex addiction treatment expecting that the primary focus of the work will be identifying and resolving their childhood trauma. Certainly this is one aspect of sex rehab, but it’s only one among many, and a minor one at that, since helping patients gain insight into childhood concerns is, at this point, far less important than the immediate issue of stopping the sexual fantasies, urges, and behaviors that are causing problems in the patient’s life. In other words, first things first, and the first thing to do in sex addiction treatment, beyond a thorough bio-psycho-social-sexual assessment, is to identify and stop the problematic sexual behavior. Later, after the addict is stabilized and has established a modicum of sexual sobriety, childhood trauma and other underlying psychological issues can effectively be addressed.

Getting Treated for Sex Addiction as a Woman

Sexual addiction is a serious problem that afflicts many people. Although not all experts in the mental health profession consider it a true addiction like alcoholism, sex addiction is very real. Whether you call it sex addiction, sexual compulsion, or a sexual behavior disorder, it describes someone who obsesses over acts, behaviors, and other things sexual.

Sex Addiction Recovery: Being True to Ourselves

Until a couple of years ago, Shannon felt she was like most successful Morehouse graduates. She’d come from a successful Atlanta family and had attended her parent’s alma mater. She’d landed a great job in her chosen field right out of college despite the economy, and there, she’d met Marcus, a young but highly influential Atlanta minister. Shannon was swept away by Marcus’s charm and intelligence, and was curious about his success. Marcus proposed to Shannon after a year of dating, and she was delighted to say yes. They were wed by his father in his enormous church, with hundreds of guests in attendance. Shannon felt like she had become the bride every little girl dreamed of.

An Interview with Sarah Chapin, Executive Director of the Sexual Recovery Institute

“Who do I want to be?” “What should I do next?” These are some of the questions that Sarah Chapin and the staff at the Sexual Recovery Institute (SRI) help clients and their families answer. Whether an individual is calling to learn more about their treatment options or finishing up a program at the Sexual Recovery Institute, Sarah’s goal is to impart a message of hope and support.

Sexually Compulsive Behaviors Can Represent Distinct Types of Classifications

Even though sexual addiction or sexual compulsivity affects hundreds of thousands of people each year, the symptoms and consequences often remain hidden until a patient seeks professional help for other conditions. Additionally, patients can have more than one classification of problematic sexual behaviors, which can further complicate a diagnosis.

More People Seeking Help for Sexual Addiction in France

In an unpredicted slant, the emergence of Dominique Strauss-Kahn last year has prompted more people in France to come forward and seek help for sexual addiction, says a recent post on Time.com.

Sex Addiction Called an Epidemic in America

Sex addiction is climbing in America at such a rapid pace that it was recently described at epidemic levels on the cover of a November 2011 Newsweek issue. Also on the attention-grabbing cover is a powerful quote about the loss of marriages, career and finances linked to sex addiction.

Addicts’ best advice – solving conflicts

Dysfunctional but useful affirmations

A recent survey proves a great need for sexual addiction treatment

In a recent member survey, the American Academy of Healthcare Providers in the Addictive Disorders quoted the following among their members who responded: