A Man’s Search for Meaning in Sex: Management of Compulsive Sexual Behaviour Disorder
The term compulsive sexual behaviour disorder (CSBD) involves a person’s excessive and recurring obsession with sexual fantasies, impulses and behaviours that are unpleasant for them and/or cause psychosocial harm. Due to the paucity of research on the topic, no specific guidelines are available for...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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SAGE Publishing
2025-07-01
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| Series: | Journal of Psychosexual Health |
| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1177/26318318251322626 |
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| Summary: | The term compulsive sexual behaviour disorder (CSBD) involves a person’s excessive and recurring obsession with sexual fantasies, impulses and behaviours that are unpleasant for them and/or cause psychosocial harm. Due to the paucity of research on the topic, no specific guidelines are available for the treatment of CSBD, however, preliminary studies suggest a few options. This case report aims to discuss the management of a clinical case of CSBD that presented the increased number of sexual encounters with commercial sex workers leading to high-risk behaviours. After a detailed history and, physical and mental state examination, a diagnosis was established and management was done with a combination of pharmacotherapy and psychotherapy. A progressive improvement was noted over six months. The case report highlights the need for timely diagnosis and effective treatment, which can improve distress, dysfunction and overall quality of life. |
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| ISSN: | 2631-8318 2631-8326 |