Sex Addiction, Definition, Types and Recovery
What is Sex Addiction? Sex addiction is a debilitating condition that affects millions of people all over the world. It can be characterized by an inability to control compulsive sexual behaviours, regardless of the negative consequences involved. Those with sex addiction often suffer from extreme guilt and shame and difficulty forming healthy relationships or engaging in meaningful activities. The Types of Sex Addiction There are various types of sex addictions, each with their own set of characteristics that define them. These can include voyeurism, observing others for sexual gratification and exhibitionists, those sexually turned on by flashing private parts to others, usually in public. Paid sex, sex for trade, paying for sex usually involve paying prostitutes; it is the more common type as there is a steady supply of willing sexual partners; it can also include "phone sex" and webcam sex. Sex for trade is when someone gets payment for sex, and this is not limited to jus...