Sexual Abuse & Sexual Addiction is there a correlation?

Sexual Abuse & Sexual Addiction is there a correlation?

If you’ve experienced sexual abuse in the past, you know all too well the lasting scars it can leave. The trauma doesn’t just disappear; it lingers, influencing the way you see yourself, others, and the world around you. For many, the pain of that trauma can be so overwhelming that they turn to unhealthy coping mechanisms to numb it. Sexual addiction, including compulsive use of pornography, is one way some attempt to medicate that deep, unresolved pain - some as young as six or seven years old.
Sexual abuse shatters trust, alters your sense of self-worth, and creates a whirlwind of confusing and painful emotions. It’s not uncommon for survivors to seek out ways to regain a sense of control or to escape the relentless emotional turmoil. Unfortunately, pornography or sexual acting out can offer a temporary escape—an illusion of control or relief that quickly becomes another layer of the problem. It’s a coping mechanism that can feel like a lifeline in the moment but ultimately pulls you deeper into the cycle of pain and shame.
The connection between past sexual abuse and sexual addiction is complex. The answer to the many questions I get on this subject is long. It’s important to recognize that both the trauma and the addiction can be addressed in tandem. But what does that look like?
Triumph After Trauma: Healing From Sexual Abuse and Sexual Addiction is a resource designed to offer you real and practical support. Whether you are someone struggling with past sexual abuse or sexual addiction or someone you love is struggling with this, this teaching series is a way to receive practical guidance toward healing from sexual addiction and past sexual abuse.
For more information, you can contact my counseling center at 719-278-3708 or you can access the course below.