Can someone be addicted to sex and not know it?

Answer 1

Whoa...whadda mind bender....let me ask my hubby?

Hey Husband o'mine! "Can someone be addicted to sex and not know it?"

"Well, I would say, ya. well, i cant back it up by anything to tell u the truth......"

OKAY...nivermind then.....hehe.

Let me wrap my mind around it.
K; I got it. The answer is a resounding "YES!"

Let's see here. Where and HOW to begin? I say YES because a person may be naive to the fact that there is a legitimate prognosis for "Sexual Addiction" and it is commonly referred to as he or she is a nymphomaniac"
THUS:
Hypersexuality is a desire for human sexual behavior at levels high enough to be considered clinically significant.

Hypersexuality is characterized by an impairing need for frequent genital stimulation that, when achieved, does not result in emotional or sexual satisfaction. This dissatisfaction is what is believed to encourage the heightened frequency of sexual stimulation, as well as additional physiological and neurological symptoms.

The concept of hypersexuality replaces the older concepts of nymphomania (or furor uterinus) and satyriasis. Nymphomania was believed to be a psychological disorder characterized by an overactive libido and an obsession with sex. In males the disorder was called satyriasis (for etymology of the words, see nymph and satyr). "Nymphomania" and "satyriasis" are no longer listed as specific disorders in the DSM-IV.

The threshold for what constitutes hypersexuality is subject to debate, and critics question whether a standardized diagnostic threshold even exists. Sex drive varies widely in humans, and what one person would consider a "normal" sex drive might be considered excessive by some and low by others. The consensus among those who consider this a disorder is that the threshold is met when the behavior causes distress or impaired social functioning.

AND........There are a number of known physical conditions that can lead to hypersexual behavior.

Hypersexuality can be a symptom of bipolar disorder and is generally associated with the manic phase of the condition. It can result in later regrets (depressive phase), and cause a person to lie about any sexual activity they are active in, so much, that they will even believe in it themselves. The condition can also be caused by Klüver-Bucy syndrome.(such as my dear husbands' ex-wife...wow! U learn something nw everyday!) This explains here PERFECTLY! EERIE! ICKY!~

It has sometimes been reported following brain injuries and diseases that cause dementia and loss of impulse control. Additionally, hypersexuality is a reported side effect of dopamine imbalance. Huntington's Disease has also been related to hypersexuality.

And so...there you have it......(or don't *(haha)

Answer 2

Nymphomania and its counterparts in male sexuality are well documented. So, it is possible to get addicted to sex and be unaware of it (though many times, an addict is aware of the addiction). Many men are addicted to porn on the net. Many people, both men and women are addicted to masturbation and are aware of it but can't come out.

Answer 3

well....how come you can't know?...if you want to do it everyday and 3 times on the same day....yeah maybe....but it's obvious..even though the person can think it's normal....it might be addicted to it already....just have fun and wear condom..if it's your case....good luck

Answer 4

yeah if they weren't aware it could be addictive

Answer 5

Only if it is controlling your life and diverting you from what you should be doing|





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Answer 6

u kidding thats called sex drive.......