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I’ve worked as a psychologist, treating issues of
sexuality in my clinical practice, in several states in the American south
west. I’ve seen scores of patients who have what most people would consider
to be a highly active sex life, but I haven’t diagnosed anyone, ever, as
being “addicted” to sex. I’ve publicly challenged the validity of sex
addiction, and this has brought me trouble. I’ve been accused of being
“evil”, “dangerous” and “heartless”.
Why there's no such thing as sex addiction
Seeded on Sun Jan 22, 2012 3:22 PM EST
Article Source: Telegraph
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This was an interesting read. He tries to take away the myth of sex addiction and not let people make excuses for their behavior. Some of what he states will make you think. This is were he is coming from" I invite them to see their sexuality as something that is in their control, just like any other aspect of their life."
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#1 - Sun Jan 22, 2012 3:28 PM ESTI think it is in our control, but as he points out:
But sex is not a disease. In fact, it’s good for you. Research shows that men who have more sex live longer. Women who have more sex don’t live longer, but those who enjoy sex more do live longer (and apparently more enjoyable) lives. The more sex people have, the fewer days they take off from work. When sex is called a disease and too much is labelled as dangerous, it takes away a healthy part of life.
Also, I was reading much the same thing in a few articles in Psych times, and Psych today (I should have seeded them).
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cried, I like the fact he doesn't allow people to use their sex drive as an excuse or an illness. Keeps folks accountable. I was so grateful to find this seed as now I know it's not a disease, I'm just healthy. whew!
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cried, All my friends have it? Should I worry?
Psych times, and Psych today- Is this your lite reading?
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Psych times, and Psych today- Is this your lite reading?
Now that you mention it, and seeing where I get most of my seeds from...I guess so.
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cried: Good place as anywhere to find information. That is why this from my Bio...That life long search for self!
"I'm Lost ! But I know I'm around here somewhere"
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#2 - Sun Jan 22, 2012 9:14 PM ESTI am not feeling horny . The article is about some gay guys in a booth.
Looking at the picture was good but the article. Is a real downer. ha ha.
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Sex is not the answer. "Sex?" is the question. The answer is "YES!" Great seed Wizard and Thanks for sharing..:)
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#3 - Mon Jan 23, 2012 11:06 AM ESTKim, I like your question ! I'm agreeing with your answer as well that big "YES". Good to know we all have control, I hope. What was this guys name again? : ) LMAO
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#4 - Mon Jan 23, 2012 11:39 AM ESTJust another victimization of someone who cannot control their actions is what the sex "addiction" label is. Everything now seems to be a clinical term of a medical issue of some kind.
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#5 - Mon Jan 23, 2012 5:44 PM ESTMidnight Toker 4+20. This guy trying to peel those labels off and showing things for what they are.
Thanks for the comment.
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