FAQ
General Addiction Questions
Sex addiction, recognized clinically as hypersexual disorder, manifests as a pervasive preoccupation with sexual thoughts, urges, or behaviors that significantly disrupt an individual’s daily functioning and overall well-being.
The concept of sex and porn addiction, while widely discussed, has been contentious. Many individuals describe their experiences with uncontrolled sexual behavior, especially regarding pornography, as addictive because it disrupts their life despite a lack of enjoyment. True addiction involves physiological dependence marked by withdrawal symptoms and tolerance, aspects that are still being studied in the context of porn addiction. The World Health Organization has acknowledged Compulsive Sexual Behavior Disorder (CSBD) as the formal diagnosis for such conditions.
Signs of sex addiction include persistent sexual thoughts, repeated engagement in sexual activities despite negative consequences, strained relationships due to these behaviors, a loss of control over sexual impulses, and reliance on sexual activity to escape from personal problems.
Yes, sex addiction is treatable in both inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation environments using various therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), 12- step recovery programs, and individual counseling.
It was not until the World Health Organization recognized Compulsive Sexual Behavior Disorder (CSBD) that research into its prevalence became more feasible. Recent large-scale studies suggest that approximately 4.84% of the global population is at high risk for CSBD, which equates to about one in every twenty people. Despite its prevalence, only a small fraction of those affected seek treatment due to barriers like shame, lack of access to information, or financial constraints.
Our facility offers a comprehensive range of services including weekly individual therapy sessions, group therapy for individuals and their families, and various workshops aimed at supporting recovery and enhancing interpersonal relationships.
We adopt a holistic therapeutic approach that integrates conventional psychotherapy techniques with alternative practices such as meditation, mindfulness, yoga, and other complementary therapies to promote healing across all dimensions of health: emotional, mental, and physical.
To initiate treatment or learn more about our services, please contact us through the contact form on our website or call us directly. Our team is dedicated to supporting your recovery journey from the first step.
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