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Do you feel like all your boyfriend thinks about is sex? Having a high libido is one thing, but sex addicts take their desire to a whole new level. Fortunately, there are some clear red flags you can watch out for to determine if your boyfriend is a sex addict or not. We’ll walk you through a comprehensive list of signs that his obsession with sex is turning into an addiction.
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QuestionIs it okay if my boyfriend watches porn?Rebecca Tenzer is the owner and head clinician at Astute Counseling Services, a private counseling practice in Chicago, Illinois. With over 18 years of clinical and educational experience in the field of mental health, Rebecca specializes in the treatment of depression, anxiety, panic, trauma, grief, interpersonal relationships using a combination of Cognitive Behavioral therapy, Psychodynamic therapy, and other evidence-based practices. Rebecca holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Sociology and Anthropology from DePauw University, a Master in Teaching (MAT) from Dominican University, and a Master of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Chicago. Rebecca has served as a member of the AmeriCorps and is also a Professor of Psychology at the collegiate level. Rebecca is trained as a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist (CBT), a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), a Certified Grief Counseling Specialist (CGCS), a Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP), and a Certified Compassion Fatigue Professional (CCFP). Rebecca is also a member of the Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Society of America and The National Association of Social Workers.Contrary to popular belief, watching pornography is actually a healthy habit as long as it's used within reason and doesn't take over other aspects of a person's life. Many people think that watching pornography is the equivalent of cheating; ultimately, you need to talk to your BF and find a compromise or solution that works for both of you.
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QuestionShould I stop my boyfriend from watching porn?Rebecca Tenzer is the owner and head clinician at Astute Counseling Services, a private counseling practice in Chicago, Illinois. With over 18 years of clinical and educational experience in the field of mental health, Rebecca specializes in the treatment of depression, anxiety, panic, trauma, grief, interpersonal relationships using a combination of Cognitive Behavioral therapy, Psychodynamic therapy, and other evidence-based practices. Rebecca holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Sociology and Anthropology from DePauw University, a Master in Teaching (MAT) from Dominican University, and a Master of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Chicago. Rebecca has served as a member of the AmeriCorps and is also a Professor of Psychology at the collegiate level. Rebecca is trained as a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist (CBT), a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), a Certified Grief Counseling Specialist (CGCS), a Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP), and a Certified Compassion Fatigue Professional (CCFP). Rebecca is also a member of the Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Society of America and The National Association of Social Workers.Talk with him first and see if you can reach a compromise. Form boundaries, have guidelines, and keep the conversation going to ensure that you are comfortable with your partner's activity. Trying to control your boyfriend's pornography use may only backfire and result in them hiding it from you, which can weaken trust in the relationship.
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- ↑ Rebecca Tenzer, MAT, MA, LCSW, CCTP, CGCS, CCATP, CCFP. Clinical Therapist & Adjunct Professor. Expert Interview. 19 August 2020.
- ↑ https://recovered.org/addiction/behaviors/porn-addiction/11-warning-signs-of-porn-addiction
- ↑ Rebecca Tenzer, MAT, MA, LCSW, CCTP, CGCS, CCATP, CCFP. Clinical Therapist & Adjunct Professor. Expert Interview. 19 August 2020.
- ↑ https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/22690-sex-addiction-hypersexuality-and-compulsive-sexual-behavior
- ↑ https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/22690-sex-addiction-hypersexuality-and-compulsive-sexual-behavior
- ↑ https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/22690-sex-addiction-hypersexuality-and-compulsive-sexual-behavior
- ↑ https://recovered.org/addiction/behaviors/porn-addiction/11-warning-signs-of-porn-addiction
- ↑ https://recovered.org/addiction/behaviors/porn-addiction/11-warning-signs-of-porn-addiction
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