Are You a Sex Addict? 10 Questions to Ask Yourself

1. Do you have frequent and intense sexual fantasies?

2. Do you feel compelled to engage in sexual behaviors, even when they may cause harm to yourself or others?

3. Do you neglect other important aspects of your life (work, relationships, health, etc.) in favor of sexual activities?

4. Do you feel anxious or depressed when you are unable to engage in sexual behaviors?

5. Have you experienced any physical or emotional problems as a result of your sexual behavior?

6. Do you have difficulty controlling your sexual behavior, even when you want to?

7. Have you tried to stop or reduce your sexual behavior but have been unable to do so?

8. Do you feel shame, guilt, or embarrassment about your sexual behavior?

9. Have your relationships or other areas of your life been affected negatively by your sexual behavior?

10. Does your sexual behavior interfere with your ability to function normally in everyday life?

If you answered yes to several of these questions, it is important to seek professional help to determine if you have a sex addiction. Sex addiction is a real and treatable condition, and there is no shame in seeking help if you are struggling with it.

Here are some resources that can help:

* The American Association for Sex Addiction Therapy

* The Sexual Recovery Institute

* The Sex Addicts Anonymous website