When do we talk about sexomania?

Sexomania, also known as hypersexuality or sexual addiction, refers to an uncontrolled or compulsive urge to engage in sexual activity.

Sexomania can manifest itself in various forms, including excessive masturbation, frequent and risky sexual encounters, obsession with pornography, and constant search for sexual satisfaction. It is often considered a behavioral addiction that can have significant negative consequences on a person's personal, social and professional life.

Sexomania often involves an inability to control sexual impulses. People with sexomania are constantly preoccupied with sexual thoughts and fantasies and often engage in unsafe or dangerous sexual activities.

The causes of sexomania are complex and can vary. Possible factors include psychological factors, biological factors, and environmental factors such as exposure to abuse or a hypersexual environment in childhood.

The treatment of sexomania may include several approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and other forms of psychotherapy. But medication and self-help groups such as Sexaholics Anonymous (SA) have also proven their usefulness.

It is important for people suffering from sexomania to seek professional help, as it can be a complex and challenging problem to tackle on your own.

Author: Prof. Dr. Dirk Devroey - Latest update: 2024-09-29 - Copyright: Clinifacts 2024