I should have done this two years ago. Very helpful with abstinence and recovery. I feel real progress.
Sex addiction in men vs. women
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Sex addiction in men vs. women
There can be some differences with somebody being sexually addicted depending on their gender, whether they’re male or a female. With men we tend to see a lot more stimulation with looking,; porn, strip clubs and so forth. Or very non-intimate experiences: prostitution, short-term affairs and anonymous encounters.
Women who have compulsive behavior sexually and romantically, in general, tend to be more relational in their acting out. When we say acting out we mean being sexual outside of set of boundaries that are explicit or implied in contract with another person, or violating their own values. They tend to play out the compulsion within a context of multiple relationships.
However, when you see women who come into treatment for sexual addiction, because there’s so much shame associated with the concept or the label of sex addict with a woman versus a man, she oftentimes does not seek help until it’s really bad. So oftentimes when women come into treatment their problems and their consequences are as severe if not worse than in a men.
Sexual Addiction
Testimonials
My overall impression of the Beginnings Care Program in regards to codependency and addiction is both informative and supportive! Giving me the opportunity to learn, grow and heal rather than continue with all the negative coping. It has also benefited my recovery by helping me to ‘detach’ and be healthier while doing so.
Kim
This has been the most formative experience in my recovery. It has broken through my denial and into more of who I am. It was integrated directly with my individual therapy.
Addicts Recovery Group – Andy
This program is a great program. It is an outlet for an addictive problem, that goes beyond a 12-Step Program. Number one benefit – Education. The education about this addiction was a godsend. Then the process of walking us through all those recovery steps with homework, was very good. Makes you think and recognize what this addiction has done to your life.
Recovering sex addict – Mike
Very informative. The program gave me the tools necessary to start and be able to maintain sobriety. The speakers were wonderful and things were broken down into easy to follow language. Thanks to everyone.
Recovering Sex Addict – William
I have made significant strides in my recovery. Some more order has been restored to my life [by this program]. This part of my recovery revealed some wounds that need healing.
Anonymous