The 7 Hidden Reasons Behind Sex Addiction (They're Not What You Think)

In this episode, Dr. Brandon talks about the controversy and complexity behind compulsive sexual behavior disorder—why it's hard to define, what fuels it, and why personalized treatment is key to real healing. 00:13 – Controversy and Definitions Dr. Brandon unpacks why even experts can't agree on what to call compulsive sexual behavior—and why that really matters for those seeking help. 00:56 – Defining Compulsive Behavior She tackles the tricky question: how much is too much when it comes to sex, porn, or masturbation? 01:46 – Pornography and Masturbation Statistics Dr. Brandon shares surprising stats that reveal just how common these behaviors are—and why that complicates the conversation. 02:55 – Underlying Causes of Compulsive Behavior She breaks down the real drivers behind compulsive sexual behavior—from depression and ADHD to personality traits and emotional avoidance. 05:46 – Treatment Approaches and Challenges Dr. Brandon explains why treatment isn't one-size-fits-all—healing often means digging deep, finding the root causes, and combining therapy with medication. With Dr. Abraham Morgentaler and Dr. Marianne Brandon Listen to the podcast on all of your favorite platforms: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ec/podcast/the-sex-doctors/id1761813985?l=en-GB Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0apSFzquJXKoOGnmI6ndgT?si=e5a1e482c7ca46c7 Find us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesexdoctors?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thesexdoctors YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thesexdoctorspod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesexdoctor LinkedIn (Dr. Abraham): https://www.linkedin.com/in/abraham-morgentaler-md-81628b6 LinkedIn (Dr. Marianne): https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariannebrandon-59224513 X (Dr. Abraham): https://x.com/DrMorgentaler X (Dr. Marianne): https://x.com/drbrandon #CompulsiveSexualBehavior #SexualHealthAwareness #MentalHealthTreatment