Sex Addiction

If you’re addicted to pornography, you’re probably wondering how it happened. How did viewing pornography become something that controls your thoughts? The answer to this question is in the understanding of porn addiction and the brain. The Brain’s Reward System The brain has an internal reward system to help people […]

Porn and sex addictions are more prevalent than ever. But how does something that may start innocently so quickly become an addiction? The explanation is in the connection between sex and dopamine.  Dopamine and Chemical Dependence: Understanding the Reward Center To fully understand how chemical dependence influences sex and pornography […]

It’s difficult to pinpoint when a sex addiction forms. How does a habit become a dependence that controls your life? While sexual thoughts and behaviors are expected, in excess, they cause distress. If sex addiction affects your health, relationships, and daily life, it may be time to seek sex addiction […]

Hypersexuality disorder is when a person can’t control their sexual thoughts and behaviors. One way to attempt to gain control is to identify and avoid triggers, or things that make you want to enact those behaviors.  To understand how to identify a hypersexuality trigger, first, you need to understand what […]

Why don’t men seek treatment for porn or sex addiction when it’s been proven to help? It usually comes down to shame. Shame keeps people from being vulnerable. It can feel difficult to admit you have a problem and then realize you need professional help.  Developing shame resilience is crucial […]

Addiction takes a toll on your mind, body, and spirit. Sex addiction is particularly misunderstood and misdiagnosed. It’s a multi-faceted, layered issue, and its impact is pervasive and enduring. Sex addiction affects your health, self-esteem, and well-being. The consequences of this addiction can harm your relationships with others, your financial […]