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 have an open, informed and inclusive conversation about sexual health without fear of stigma or shame.
WHAT IS THE CORLEY RESEARCH GRANT?
In order to foster scientific inquiry that helps advance our knowledge, understanding and treatment of problematic sexual behavior (e.g., sexual addiction, compulsive sexual behavior) and sexual health, the Corley Research Grant is funded by the Santé Center for Healing through SASH.
The grant is named in honor of Santé’s co-founders and siblings Andre “Rip” Corley, CSW, ACP, LVN, ASL and Deb Corley, PhD, LMFT, LCDC, LSOTP, CSAT, CMAT. They were part of a mental and behavioral health pioneer “Study Group” in the early 1990s who met to discuss professional struggles working with clients struggling with sexual compulsion and addiction. How could they help these clients find healing through the radical transformation of recovery? There was a dire need for research on compulsive sexual behavior, sexual addiction and sexual health. In the subsequent decades, Deb’s field-defining problematic sexual behavior and disclosure research was distributed in peer reviewed journal articles, national presentations and several acclaimed books. In early 1996, Deb and Rip’s research, efficacy and commitment to the field (including earliest leadership on the SASH Board of Directors) most notably resulted in the founding of Santé, now a renowned treatment center in Argyle, Texas where long-term recovery is possible and realized. For 28 years the research and efficacy legacy continues to be shared forward. www.santecenter.com.
WHO IS THE 2024 GRANT RECIPIENT?
This year’s awardee is Kervins Clement, LCMCH at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro.
Mr. Clement submitted his research project “Can you really help me?” An Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis of Black Men receiving Sex Addiction Treatment. He saw a gap in the studies on culturally responsive treatment and in the studies on the unique experiences of people of color and problematic sexual behavior. The research project will tackle these gaps by using a theoretical framework that will bring the two areas together to be studied. Mr. Clement shared, “This will make a unique contribution to the field by helping us understand the unique challenges that Black men struggling with sex addiction experience. It will also provide us an opportunity to help address these unique challenges by creating a task force within an organization, such as SASH. I want to create space for people that look like me to get the quality treatment that they deserve.”
The research project has three goals:
- To gain an understanding of the unique experiences of Black men struggling with sex addiction.
- To learn about their [Black men] experiences receiving sex addiction treatment.
- To figure out different strategies that would help Black men feel safe and supported in treatment.
Santé Owner and CEO Sam Slaton, MEd, LPC-S, MBA, MHSM stated, “Santé is proud to provide the Corley Research Grant, aiding in the efforts to better understand, educate, and serve those that are struggling with problematic sexual behaviors. For almost three decades Santé has been at the forefront in treating individuals suffering from substance use disorders, mental health, trauma, problematic sexual behavior, co-occurring disordered eating and other compulsive behaviors with problematic sexual behaviors. We are grateful to continue that legacy of excellence and hopeful that important research like Dr. Wadley’s will continue as we work together in the fight against the disease of addiction.”
WHAT DOES THE GRANT AWARD PROVIDE?
The award provides:
- $1,000 towards ongoing or new research project related to compulsive sexual behavior, sexual addiction, or sexual health
- $500 travel allowance to attend the annual “I Talk Sexual Health” SASH conference
- A waiver of the registration fee to the annual “I Talk Sexual Health” SASH conference
- Mentorship by senior SASH advisors on content, process, presentation and publication of the project
WHAT IS EXPECTED OF THE CORLEY RESEARCH GRANT RECIPIENT?
In return, the recipient will be expected to:
- Present preliminary findings at the “I Talk Sexual Health” SASH conference
- Submit preliminary findings for publication in the Sexual Health and Compulsivity Journal
WANT TO KNOW MORE ABOUT THE “I TALK SEXUAL HEALTH” SASH CONFERENCE?
The SASH annual conference – #ITalkSexualHealth Conference 2024 – will be held from Oct. 24 -26 in the Irving, Texas. Click here for additional conference details.
WHY SANTÉ FOR THOSE WHO SUFFER FROM ADDICTION?
Santé Center for Healing provides integrity-driven, evidence-based, and personalized long-term recovery customized for those suffering from substance use disorders, mental health, trauma, problematic sexual behavior, co-occurring disordered eating and other compulsive behaviors. Founded in 1996, Santé’s mission is to provide long-term recovery because left untreated, addiction is a fatal disease. Include contact info and “follow us” info here, too.
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