Hypersexuality
is not a "one size fits all" disorder - men and women have different
motivations, behavior, and consequences when it comes to sex and sex addiction.
Some experts believe that the challenges faced by female sex addicts can even
be greater than those faced by males. Sexual addiction in women is often
misunderstood, misdiagnosed, and ineffectively treated.
The
goal for a lot of male sex addicts is often sexual stimulation, not a sexually
stimulating relationship. Men also maintain distinct emotional boundaries with
the object of their compulsive desires, and usually seek sex opportunities that
come from anonymous, disconnected "hookups." Men often become
disconnected and disinterested towards the person at the conclusion of their
sexually compulsive acts.
On
the other hand, women are oftentimes addicted to love and relationships, as
well as the sex that comes with it. "Love addicts" are addicted to
romance, intrigue, and/or fantasy that comes with relationships. This directly
contradicts the male sex addict, as a female love addict will compulsively seek
total immersion in a relationship, instead of remaining disconnected. The
obsession with finding an exhilarating relationship can be more compelling than
the desire for sex. They can seek multiple passionate, quick relationships that
are often unstable. Their euphoria escalates throughout the course of the
relationship, and stays until the relationship does not deliver the
"fix" anymore.
In
addition to this, women can also suffer greater consequences from sexual
addiction. Women are more prone to health concerns such as unwanted
pregnancies, or sexually transmitted diseases. They also face a higher
probability of physical harm like rape or battery, because they are often
smaller and physically weaker than men. Women also suffer unique emotional
consequences when it comes to the shame, embarrassment, and social judgment
that is associated with sexual addiction.
L.I.F.E. Recovery offers help and treatment options for
both men and women. Regardless of your gender or type of sexual addiction, you
deserve to live your life with sexual freedom and integrity. Check out our
website at https://www.freedomeveryday.org for more information!
Reference:
"Female
Sex Addiction: Understanding Gender Differences" by Ross Rosenberg http://www.yourtango.com/experts/ross-rosenberg/female-sex-addiction-understanding-gender-differences
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