Sex Addiction: A Struggle With Intimacy Sex AddictionBy Promises AustinJune 2, 2016Sexual addiction is still a difficult concept for many people to grasp. The fact that much of the behavior typical of people with sexual addiction is socially taboo makes it easy for others to suspect that the disorder is really a convenient excuse for people who want to redirect the blame when they have been…
4 Types of Love Addiction Sex AddictionBy Promises AustinApril 28, 2016Love addiction is a complicated psychological condition that comes in many forms. If you think you may be a love addict, understanding love addiction and all its types is an important way to move forward. Knowledge is power, and when you realize that you are making choices that are leading you away from a healthy…
You Can Break Free From the Self-Destructive Dance of Love Addiction Sex AddictionBy Promises AustinFebruary 18, 2016Does it seem like the same thing keeps happening to you in all your relationships? Does your heart get repeatedly broken? When you are a love addict, your relationship is almost always the most important thing in your life. When it’s good, it feels really good. But frequently your relationships are unfulfilling, disappointing and maybe…
Extreme Sexual Preferences Do Not Always Equal Sex Addiction Sex AddictionBy Promises AustinDecember 16, 2015An escalation from “regular” sex to more extreme sexual activities is a well-recognized symptom of sex addiction. People with this addiction need to keep pushing the boundaries of sexual behavior in order to achieve the same level of excitement and satisfaction that they used to achieve without those activities. However, this does not mean that…
Has Online Dating and Other ‘Sexnology’ Fueled Rise of Sex Addiction? Sex AddictionBy Promises AustinNovember 19, 2015Having sex, or accessing other sources of sexual stimulation, is arguably easier now than it has ever been before. What with online dating, hookup apps, sexting, webcams and more, not to mention the instant availability of free pornography that can be obtained and viewed anonymously, sex is pretty much at our fingertips all the time.…
Is Online Dating Fueling Your Sex Addiction? Sex AddictionBy Promises AustinOctober 8, 2015Online dating has exploded over the last several years, and while it can be a valid and efficient way to find a mate, it can also become an unhealthy obsession. Are you scrolling through possible dates on an hourly basis? Do you find a date only to wonder if there’s a better option on the…
How to Find Help for Sex Addiction Sex AddictionBy Promises AustinOctober 6, 2015If you or your partner struggles with an addiction to sex, finding help isn’t easy, but it is possible. Unlike people with drug or alcohol addiction, sex addicts are limited when it comes to treatment facilities. Part of the difficulty in finding treatment for sex addiction is the controversial nature of the disorder, also known…
Is It Love or Addiction? Sex AddictionBy Promises AustinOctober 3, 2015Love is one of the most cherished of human experiences. Most people hope to deeply bond with another human being romantically, spiritually and mentally. Songs and movies continually remind you that somewhere out there is your true soulmate, the person who will be your most important companion and make you complete. So it’s no wonder…
Attachment Styles of Sex and Love Addicts Sex AddictionBy Promises AustinSeptember 18, 2015People who grew up feeling securely attached to their caregivers tend to replicate that dynamic in their adult romantic relationships. They form secure bonds with partners. They tolerate the ebbs and flows inherent to long-term relationships. They trust that their significant other is not going to get the hell out of dodge after a difference…
Sexism, Cultural Conditioning Prevent Many Female Sex Addicts From Seeking Help Sex AddictionBy Promises AustinSeptember 11, 2015Let’s be honest—when you think of a typical person with sex addiction, you think of a man. Men have become the face of this somewhat contentious illness (contentious because some people insist on viewing sex addiction as nothing more than an excuse for bad behavior). However, many women live with sex addiction, and these women…
