Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Relationship Formation02:12

Relationship Formation

What do you think is the single most influential factor in determining with whom you become friends and whom you form romantic relationships? You might be surprised to learn that the answer is simple: the people with whom you have the most contact. This most important factor is proximity. You are more likely to be friends with people you have regular contact with. For example, there are decades of research that shows that you are more likely to become friends with people who live in your dorm,...
Sex Linked Disorders01:43

Sex Linked Disorders

Like autosomes, sex chromosomes contain a variety of genes necessary for normal body function. When a mutation in one of these genes results in biological deficits, the disorder is considered sex-linked.
Horney's Sociocultural Approach01:27

Horney's Sociocultural Approach

Karen Horney's psychoanalytic theories emphasize the potential for self-realization and the importance of addressing social and cultural, rather than biological, factors in personality development. She challenged traditional Freudian views, particularly Freud's concept of "penis envy," which she argued stemmed from cultural influences rather than inherent biological differences. Horney believed that any sense of inferiority in women was a result of societal conditioning, such as dependence on...
Psychosexual Theory of Development01:14

Psychosexual Theory of Development

Sigmund Freud's psychosexual theory of development suggests that early childhood experiences significantly shape personality and behavior. Freud proposed that development is discontinuous, occurring in five distinct stages, each defined by a focus on different erogenous zones. He believed that failure to resolve the conflicts specific to each stage successfully could result in fixation, potentially influencing behavior as adults.
The Five Stages of Psychosexual Development
Freud's psychosexual...
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder01:28

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition characterized by recurrent obsessions, compulsions, or both, which consume significant time and interfere with daily functioning. Obsessions involve persistent, intrusive, and unwanted thoughts, images, or urges that evoke anxiety. Common examples include irrational fears of contamination or harm. Compulsions are repetitive behaviors or mental acts performed to reduce the anxiety caused by obsessions. For instance, individuals...
Causes of Social Behavior II: Cognitive Processes01:15

Causes of Social Behavior II: Cognitive Processes

Cognitive processes affect social behavior by guiding how individuals perceive, interpret, and respond to social stimuli. These mental processes enable individuals to assess others' behaviors, attribute causes to their actions, and form expectations based on past experiences.Causes of Behavior and Social JudgmentsIndividuals determine the causes of others' behaviors by distinguishing between personal traits and external circumstances. For example, if a friend frequently arrives late, an...

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Investigating the analytical robustness of the social and behavioural sciences.

Nature·2026
Same author

Food-specific decision-making in anorexia nervosa: a comparative study of clinical, at-risk, and healthy control groups.

Eating disorders·2025
Same author

Similarities and Differences in the Architecture of Cognitive Vulnerability to Depressive Symptoms in Black and White American Adolescents: A Network Analysis Study.

Research on child and adolescent psychopathology·2024
Same author

Defense styles, well-being, and functional disability in the African context: A structured interview-based study.

Journal of personality·2023
Same author

Comorbidity among depression, anxiety and stress symptoms in naturalistic clinical samples: A cross-cultural network analysis.

Clinical psychology & psychotherapy·2023
Same author

Cognitive Triad and Depressive Symptoms in Adolescence: Specificity and Overlap.

Child psychiatry and human development·2022
Same journal

A Machine Learning Study of Predictors of Homophobia Across the Globe.

Archives of sexual behavior·2026
Same journal

Adaptation and Validation of the LGBTQIA+ Minority Stress Measure in Spanish Adults.

Archives of sexual behavior·2026
Same journal

The Hurlbert Index of Sexual Desire-Short Form: Psychometric Properties.

Archives of sexual behavior·2026
Same journal

Attitudes of Victim-Blame Toward Image-Based Sexual Abuse Victim-Survivors in Fiji: Understanding Gendered and Cultural Norms.

Archives of sexual behavior·2026
Same journal

Sociopolitical Drivers of Health Disparities in LGBTQ+ Communities within the United States: Historical Context and Contemporary Policy.

Archives of sexual behavior·2026
Same journal

Active, Passive, and Non-Sexting Adolescents: Testing Deviancy and Normalcy Perspectives Across Risk-Related and Sexual Competence Variables.

Archives of sexual behavior·2026
See all related articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Jun 18, 2026

Signal Attenuation as a Rat Model of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
09:29

Signal Attenuation as a Rat Model of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

Published on: January 9, 2015

The Structure of Compulsive Sexual Behavior: A Network Analysis Study.

Igor Marchetti1

  • 1Department of Life Sciences, Psychology Unit, University of Trieste, 34128, Trieste, Italy. imarchetti@units.it.

Archives of Sexual Behavior
|February 3, 2023
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

Compulsive sexual behavior is characterized by a failure to control sexual impulses, leading to distress. Network analysis revealed three core communities: Consequence, Preoccupation, and Perceived Dyscontrol, with impulse dyscontrol being most central.

Keywords:
Compulsive sexual behaviorDSM-5HypersexualityICD-11ImpulsivityNetwork analysis

More Related Videos

A Conflict Model of Reward-seeking Behavior in Male Rats
06:11

A Conflict Model of Reward-seeking Behavior in Male Rats

Published on: February 20, 2019

Exploring the Neural Correlates of Cognitive Reappraisal in Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Using Task-based Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging
09:14

Exploring the Neural Correlates of Cognitive Reappraisal in Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Using Task-based Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging

Published on: March 14, 2025

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Jun 18, 2026

Signal Attenuation as a Rat Model of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
09:29

Signal Attenuation as a Rat Model of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

Published on: January 9, 2015

A Conflict Model of Reward-seeking Behavior in Male Rats
06:11

A Conflict Model of Reward-seeking Behavior in Male Rats

Published on: February 20, 2019

Exploring the Neural Correlates of Cognitive Reappraisal in Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Using Task-based Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging
09:14

Exploring the Neural Correlates of Cognitive Reappraisal in Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Using Task-based Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging

Published on: March 14, 2025

Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Psychiatry
  • Behavioral Science

Background:

  • Compulsive sexual behavior (CSB) significantly impacts mental health and quality of life.
  • Limited understanding exists regarding the internal structure of CSB and its variations across demographics.
  • CSB involves persistent failure to control intense sexual impulses, causing distress and functional impairment.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the internal structure of compulsive sexual behavior using network analysis.
  • To identify central elements and community structures within CSB.
  • To investigate potential differences in CSB structure across gender, age, and risk status.

Main Methods:

  • Network analysis was applied to a large online sample (n=3186) of individuals aged 14-64.
  • Investigated patterns of association among CSB elements, identified node communities, and pinpointed central nodes.
  • Examined differences between males and females, age groups, and low-risk versus high-risk individuals.

Main Results:

  • The network analysis identified three distinct communities: Consequence, Preoccupation, and Perceived Dyscontrol.
  • Perceived impulse dyscontrol emerged as the most central node in the CSB network.
  • No significant differences in CSB structure were found between males and females or across age groups.
  • Failing to meet commitments was more central in high-risk individuals compared to low-risk individuals.

Conclusions:

  • Compulsive sexual behavior exhibits a structured network with key components related to consequences, preoccupation, and perceived control.
  • Impulse dyscontrol is a central feature of compulsive sexual behavior.
  • While CSB structure appears consistent across gender and age, functional impairments like neglecting responsibilities are more pronounced in higher-risk individuals.