Wednesday 25 October 2017

Understanding Love Addiction Therapy Versus Sex Addiction

By Catherine Smith


When it comes to sex addiction, there remains some controversy as to whether or not the condition actually exist. As one might imagine, the same goes for Love Addiction Therapy. While this is the case, those effected by these conditions continue to argue the point.

While there remains a great deal of controversy in relation to love and sex addiction therapy, there are those whom have experienced the condition, gone through therapy and can now recognize the difference between these type attractions. While this can often be difficult for some people to admit, going through therapy can greatly benefit an individual with regards to future romantic interests and relationships.

While this is the case, the definition of this type of addiction includes having a compulsive pattern with regards to relationships, sexuality and romance. In many cases, these compulsive behaviors can have negative effects for addicts and partners. In fact, these addictions often end in failed marriages, legal issues, custody battles and sexually transmitted diseases.

One symptom in which these addicts share is that of being active on several different dating websites, talking on chat lines or reading personals in local newspapers at the same time. While many sex addicts may become involved in or with the sex work industry, others often refrain. As such, while some symptoms are shared, there are others which remain separate and apart from each addict.

If an individual feels one is in need of therapy, it is important to locate a facility or therapist which works in the area as soon as possible. For, the sooner an individual can get help, often the sooner one can move forward in building honest, trustworthy relationships with the right people. Otherwise, it can often be difficult to experience legitimate intimacy or set and maintain boundaries related to sex and other issues in the relationship.

For, sex addicts often do not care about transmitting diseases to others. In fact, some deliberately sleep with anyone and everyone regardless of HIV or Hep C status. As such, it is imperative that those individuals looking for a romantic relationship are cautious, especially when coming into contact with someone having signs of being a sex addict. If having been involved with several partners, it is often advised that individuals get tested for both HIV and Hep C before becoming involved with others.

When it comes to heartbreak, both have caused much pain in this area. For, whether one is the addict or partner, there is often disappointment when a relationship ends. Whether that be a long-term marriage or a casual dating relationship, there is often one person whom experiences more pain than the other.

Individuals recognizing that one has a problem need seek help from one of the many addiction centers or therapists now working in this area. For, while there remains controversy, more and more therapists are starting to see this type of addiction as a disease. While this is the case, most insurance plans still do not cover these therapies, something therapists and victims are currently trying to change in the future.




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