Kervins Clement’s Research Aims to Tackle the Gaps on Culturally Responsive Problematic Sexual Behavior (PSB) Treatment

WHAT IS SASH? SASH, The Society for the Advancement of Sexual Health (SASH), is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting an integrative approach to sexual health research, education and intervention that addresses the full spectrum, from problematic attitudes and behaviors to the pursuit of fulfillment, freedom and pleasure. SASH envisions a world where we can…

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How Sex Addiction Can Impact Your Marriage

Understanding the dynamics of intimacy can be complex, with each person having unique desires and needs. While some may enjoy more frequent encounters, others might find themselves satisfied with less. However, when the desire for sex becomes compulsive and uncontrollable, affecting daily life and relationships, it may be indicative of sex addiction—a real behavioral health…

What is Gratitude and How Does it Impact Recovery?

WHAT IS GRATITUDE? Gratitude is the art of making what you have, enough. Gratitude is the feeling and outward conveyance of appreciation for something or someone. It includes the acknowledgment and appreciation for the good things or blessings in life. Gratitude can be focused toward circumstances, people, or oneself. It often lends itself to positive…

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What Is a Sex and Love Addiction?

Addiction is a growing problem in the United States, with the constant media airplay of “the opioid crisis” and past initiatives of “the war on drugs.” While substance use disorders are indeed a growing concern, the behavioral health industry has responded. There are now numerous federal and state programs to address addiction and co-occurring mental…

Sex Addiction or Problematic Sexual Behavior? What are we getting wrong?

WHAT IS PROBLEMATIC SEXUAL BEHAVIOR? WHAT IS SEX ADDICTION? Problematic sexual behavior (PSB) is an on-going, uncontrollable pattern of sexual thoughts and behaviors that prove problematic in a person’s life. This particular form of addiction or compulsive behavior is often misunderstood. Sensationalized or worst-case scenarios may make headlines – but are not the norm. Though…

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10 Signs You’re a Female Sex Addict

In the realm of behavioral health, sex addiction is often misunderstood and shrouded in stereotypes, especially when it comes to women. The idea that only men struggle with sex addiction is a common misconception that can prevent women from seeking the help they need. A female sex addict faces many of the same issues as…

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3 Signs Your Partner Is Obsessed with Sex

How do you know whether your partner needs sex addiction treatment or not? It can be challenging to find the line between having a healthy sexual appetite and being obsessed with sex. Sex addiction involves a lack of control over sexual thoughts and urges. While sexual impulses are perfectly natural, the typical signs of sex…

17 Questions You Should Ask Before Choosing an Addiction Treatment Center

Trying to determine which addiction treatment center is right for you can be difficult. Sometimes we simply don’t know the right questions to ask. This list can help. This may be your first time with treatment, but it is not ours. Questions you may not know to ask: Is the person on the phone with…

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What Is Compulsive Masturbation Disorder?

What Is Chronic Masturbation? Compulsive/chronic masturbation disorder, also referred to as masturbation addiction, is a sexual addiction where someone is driven to masturbate excessively. Since the behavior is categorized as a compulsion, the disorder is sometimes called OCD masturbation, which fits under the larger umbrella of obsessive-compulsive disorder. Masturbation itself is not considered a deviant…

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Telltale Signs of Sex Addiction

When individuals find themselves compelled to engage in habits they know or negative or detrimental to their wellbeing, then they are often struggling with what is called a process addiction. This kind of addiction can affect anyone at any time and requires professional support to overcome. Process addictions can be things like gambling or sex…