While sex addictions are not classified as such in the mental health industry’s Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) they are indeed very real.
Much like an addiction to drugs or alcohol, sex addictions can be very powerful. The true nature of these addictions is only seen when placed against a backdrop of disregarded values, suppressed morals, broken promises & continual frustration.
Whether you choose to call it an addiction, a compulsion or simply an annoying behavior pattern or habit, you have to eventually come to terms with the fact that there are factors at play that make “just stop”ing easier said than done.
Those who have found themselves in the midst of an addiction to sex or to sexual behaviors will surely have passed through many feelings including feelings of worthlessness, doubt, anxiety & frustration.
Promises to self go unkept. Dedication to family & friends wanes. Intimacy with loved ones suffers. All of these effects make traversing through and overcoming an addiction very difficult without help and can often be very discouraging. Hopelessness is a common side effect if someone has been addicted to sexual behavior for a good amount of time.
One common thread that can be woven between those who are frustrated & stuck in their efforts to break free is the thread of secrecy.
To keep one’s deep feelings hidden is to keep one’s self chained to the addiction. Feelings of aloneness then can result in the following several ways: First, the one addicted feels that he or she is the only one struggling with this problem. Second, he or she may feel like their struggle only affects themselves. And third, he or she will often feel that can stop the undesired behavior on their own. (Hindmarsh, Cyber Secrets 2001)
To those who struggle with sex addictions of any kind, let me reassure you now of several things.
1. There IS hope for you in overcoming your addictions to sex. Many have done it & with the right help, so can you!
2. You are NOT alone in this journey. Many are completely willing to help you as you reach out to them and trust them with your struggles.
3. You are NOT broken, stupid or any other derogatory term you may have used in the past to describe yourself. You are divine as you come from a Father in Heaven who love you and who will be your biggest fan on your road to recovery.
If you or someone you know is struggling with sex addictions, please find the courage to speak up & reach out for help. Talk to your religious leader, loved ones and find a doctor who specializes in sexual addictions.
There are some powerful concepts available in this program that will help you reprogram your way of thinking. It is not meant to replace a professional evaluation, but it will supplement any good recovery effort. No price is too hight to pay for your peace of mind and freedom from sex addictions.
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