ADHD and Sexual Addiction – What You Don't Know Can Hurt You
Did you know that 70% of all sex addicts also have adult ADD? That’s what the latest studies and brain research show. Why is that important? Well, if you struggle with sexually compulsive or addictive behaviors and just can’t seem to break these unwanted habits, odds are you may be battling a significant brain chemical imbalance as well. Untreated, the odds are stacked against you of ever getting well again.
In my own life, I went along undiagnosed for decades with ADHD. It wasn’t until I was several years into my recovery, had already started my ministry, but was struggling greatly in my work that I followed a friend’s advice and got checked by a psychologist and psychiatrist for ADHD. In clinical testing, on a scale of 1 to 7, they said I was an 8!
I’ve been on ADHD medication ever since and it has had a dramatic impact on my quality of life, my relationships, and my recovery. Therefore, I strongly recommend that every person who struggles with pornography and unwanted sexual behaviors download and read this article, and if you feel you may also struggle with ADHD, to see a health care professional and get tested immediately.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Sexual Addiction and ADHD – Is There a Connection? a paper published in the Journal of Sexual Addiction and Compulsivity by Richard Blankenship and Mark Laaser that examines the likely connection between sexual addiction and ADHD, and what the implications are for those who are affected by both.
Workshop: ADHD and Sexual Addiction – What You Don’t Know Can Hurt You. In this 40 minute workshop (in person or as a live Skype Video Seminar, Michael shares from his own personal experience of discovering years into his recovery that he also had a severe case of adult ADD, explains the steps he took to address it, and discusses the breakthroughs he experienced in his recovery, his work life, and his relationships as a result of his treatment and changed thinking.
I have had issues in this area for a long time. This article and your research may have helped to save my life. Thank you and God bless you!