@article{ref1,
title="Out of control sexual behavior: a qualitative investigation",
journal="Sexual addiction and compulsivity",
year="2006",
author="Giugliano, John",
volume="13",
number="4",
pages="361-375",
abstract="The purpose of this study was to obtain a clearer description and understanding of problematic sexual behavior. In-depth interviews were conducted with 14 adult men who self-identified as having problematic sexual behavior. Study participants identified a range of meanings for their sexual behavior: meeting sexual needs, fulfillment of narcissistic needs, desire for human connection, compensation for low self esteem, need for control, reenactment of childhood trauma, avoidance of feelings, and/or coping with sexual identity issues. Thus, sexually addictive behaviors serve different psychological organizations and needs, which has particular implications for treatment to expand beyond the overt sexual behaviors.<p /><p>Language: en</p>",
language="en",
issn="1072-0162",
doi="10.1080/10720160601011273",
url="http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/10720160601011273"
}