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Addictive sexual behavior

W A Myers1

  • 1Cornell University Medical Center, NY, USA.

American Journal of Psychotherapy
|January 1, 1995
PubMed
Summary

Repetitive sexual behaviors may be conceptualized as an addiction. This study details five psychotherapy cases, exploring challenges and alternative treatments like medication and cognitive-behavioral therapy for sexual addiction.

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Area of Science:

  • Psychiatry
  • Psychology
  • Behavioral Science

Background:

  • The conceptualization of repetitive sexual behaviors (RSB) as a behavioral addiction is explored.
  • Understanding the underlying mechanisms and treatment paradigms for RSB is crucial for clinical practice.

Observation:

  • Presents a rationale for viewing RSBs through an addiction framework.
  • Describes five individual psychotherapy cases involving RSBs, highlighting treatment-inherent challenges.

Findings:

  • Individual psychotherapy presents specific difficulties when treating RSBs.
  • Alternative and complementary treatment modalities include pharmacotherapy, twelve-step programs, and cognitive-behavioral techniques (CBT).

Implications:

  • Findings suggest a need for tailored therapeutic strategies for individuals with RSBs.
  • The integration of various treatment modalities may enhance outcomes for sexual addiction.
  • Further research into the efficacy of different interventions for RSBs is warranted.

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