New academic handbook addresses compulsive sexual behavior

The Sage Handbook of Addiction Psychology presents a comprehensive overview of the state of the science behind the psychology of addiction, offering a crucial resource for psychologists engaged in both research and practice. Below is an excerpt of the section on CSBD (“Compulsive Sexual Behavior Disorder”). Compulsive Sexual Behavior Disorder Compulsive sexual behavior disorder (CSBD), […]

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Enhanced conditioning and disrupted extinction processes in men struggling with compulsive sexual behaviors

Journal of Behavioral Addictions Wojciechowski, J., Draps, M., Kublik, E., Dubiejko, P., Wolak, T., & Gola, M. (2025) (published online ahead of print 2025). https://doi.org/10.1556/2006.2025.00012 Abstract Background and aims Despite a previously reported connection between compulsive sexual behaviors (CSB), such as problematic pornography use, and heightened cue-reactivity, empirical evidence of the alteration of processes responsible […]

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‘I couldn’t stop watching’: Personal stories of how porn obsession takes over lives (BBC)

Shaun Flores was 11 years old when he first started watching porn, after being introduced to it by a friend. “I was hooked almost immediately,” the now 30-year-old says. “It was just like, wow, what is this that people are doing where they look like they’re just having the time of their lives.” Shaun’s curiosity […]

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Insights and Results from a Pilot Study for a Self-Guided, Digital-Health Treatment Program for CSBD (Compulsive Sexual Behaviour Disorder)

Sexual Health & Compulsivity Hall, P., Bingham, S., Bunaciu, A., & Best, D. (2024).  1–15. https://doi.org/10.1080/26929953.2024.2411620   Abstract Background and aims: CSBD (compulsive sexual behavior disorder) is often criticized for a lack of studies on treatment efficacy and an over-emphasis on behavior change rather than on emotional well-being. This paper explores the effectiveness of providing […]

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