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Registered: 01-25-2007
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Thu, 05-10-2007 - 10:23pm
Just wondering.... can u be addicted to sex????
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Registered: 12-12-2006
In reply to: cheerrxx21
Fri, 05-11-2007 - 12:00am

You can be addicted to anything. Food, drugs, alcohol, computers, and yes, sex.

An addiction is something that interferes with your life. A person can like sex without being addicted to it.

Why do you ask?

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Registered: 03-31-2007
In reply to: cheerrxx21
Fri, 05-11-2007 - 8:14am

Welcome to the board cheerrxx21. I hope you will visit May Roll Call and let us know a little bit more about you.



Your libido, or desire for sex, is usually driven by your hormones and your circumstances. Having a new partner, low stress, extra free time, etc., can all allow you to make more time to have sex -- and thus enjoy it. Also, your hormones fluctuate often and can be affected by medications, menopause, illness, stress, etc. While you can be addicted to sex, it's not a very common addiction. In fact, in the medical community, some question if sexual addiction even exists.



Here are some resources that you may want to read:



What is Sex Addiction?

http://www.redbookmag.com/love/what-is-sex-addition-ll



Obsessed with Sex

http://health.ivillage.com/sexualhealth/0,,4lx9,00.html



Wikipedia: Sexual Addiction

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sex_addict








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Registered: 07-10-1999
In reply to: cheerrxx21
Fri, 05-11-2007 - 1:08pm
Based on what I've read and heard about sex addiction you can. People with sex addictions are often very promiscuous and have sex with a lot of partners. That doesn't mean that everybody who is promiscuous is a sex addict, but some people apparently have a very hard time stopping themselves from this type of behavior even when they want to.
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Registered: 06-27-2006
In reply to: cheerrxx21
Fri, 05-11-2007 - 1:52pm
isn't that the definition of a nymphomaniac? Have you read any articles on it?
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Registered: 10-28-2006
In reply to: cheerrxx21
Fri, 05-11-2007 - 2:32pm


Like surkaru said "Any thing can be addicting".
Now here's the difference I think if you just crave sex
because it's great with your partner then that's different.
I love and crave sex with DH. But I never think about sex with
any one else. I would think a true sex addict would get to the
point where it doesn't matter who there with or if they are with
any one!. A sex addiction is the same
as any other addiction. Whether it be a drug or a drink.
People will go to extra lengths to make sure there addiction is
happy. If you can function with out sex and it's not consuming your life
then your not addicted.

That's my 2 cents
Kareese

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Registered: 03-31-2007
In reply to: cheerrxx21
Fri, 05-11-2007 - 4:18pm
I think one of the clear differences between being a nymphomaniac and a sex addict is the level of risk the person is willing to take. A nymphomaniac has a very high desire for sexual stimulation, but does not necessarily take risks to satisfy their desire. An addict will likely cross boundaries that he/she wouldn't normally cross to satisfy their addiction. Examples of behavior that an addict may display are having unprotected sex, placing him/herself in dangerous situations, spending money they can't afford to spend, and hurting those they love -- just to name a few.


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Registered: 01-26-2006
In reply to: cheerrxx21
Sun, 05-20-2007 - 2:58am
The distinction between addiction to sex and nymphomania is very helpful. I suppose I am a nymphomaniac because I am highly sexed and seek sex at every safe occasion. But I do not indulge in risky behaviors.
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Registered: 04-20-2007
In reply to: cheerrxx21
Sun, 05-20-2007 - 7:15am
I AM!! Dh called me a nympho the other day and told me I needed to take a break because he can't keep up. Recently sex is almost ALL I think about!
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Registered: 03-31-2007
In reply to: cheerrxx21
Sun, 05-20-2007 - 11:14am

Erika, I think we all go through those phases! You are probably experiencing some fluctuations in your hormones as well. Having a four month old, you will notice a lot of changes over the coming year.

In our house, we always say "enjoy it while it lasts", it might not be there forever! As your son gets a bit older and becomes mobile, your energy will probably get zapped at least a bit. My kids always stole all of my time -- and left little energy to even think about sex ;-)



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Registered: 03-31-2007
In reply to: cheerrxx21
Sun, 05-20-2007 - 11:21am

I've always considered myself a nympho -- but I did take a couple of years Leave of Absence when my kids were younger!

I am probably closer to an addict now, as I do suggest behavior a bit more risky. I figure if DH will go along with it, I'm not an addict -- as he has to be the one to keep a level head around here! Usually he's up for anything that won't "possibly" get us landed in jail, so I guess that keeps me safe!



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