2. Characterized by repetitively
engaging in sexual fantasies,
urges, or behaviors in
response to stressful life
events, boredom, depression,
or irritability leading to adverse
consequences and impairment
in social, occupational, or other
3. • Should not be caused by an
outside substance
• Frequent but unsuccessful
attempts to control or reduce these
fantasies
• These characteristics must be
persistent for at least six months
5. Compulsive self-stimulation
(masturbation) Multiple affairs
Multiple one-night stands
Multiple sexual partners
Persistent use of pornography
Practicing unsafe sex
Cybersex
Use of prostitutes
Engaging in paraphilias
Obssession with someone who can’t
be yours (sexually)
7. • Androgen imbalance
•History of physical
or sexual abuse
• High levels of
serotonin,
dopamine, and
norepinephrine
• Prevalence of other
disorders that can increase
libido, including bipolar
disorder
• Genetics, abnormalities in
brain chemistry, certain
medical conditions, and / or
abnormal levels of sex
hormones may play a role in
the development of the
disorder.
8. • Family relationship problems
• Financial problems
• Health problems
•Emotional problems
•Unplanned pregnancies
•Problems with the law