Spotlight on the Mandala Sex Addiction Program

SPOTLIGHT ON THE MANDALA SEX ADDICTION PROGRAM SIGNS YOU MAY HAVE SEX ADDICTION Engaging in more sex or with more partners than you mean to Engaging in sex even though you want to stop A preoccupation or constant craving for sex Spending time in sex- related activities, such as looking for partners Letting other obligations such as work, school, or family lapse because of sex or the pursuit of it THE MANDALA SEX ADDICTION PROGRAM PHASE 1: CONFRONTING DENIAL The Recovery Start Kit begins the process of confronting sex addiction Examines different aspects of addiction, including: Triggers Outpatient therapy during this phase helps to create a strong support network Addictive behaviors Preventing relapse PHASE 2: MANAGING TRIGGER EMOTIONS Sex addiction may be a symptom of an underlying unaddressed problem Triggers that may drive compulsive behaviors may include: Involves learning to manage negative emotions that drive the behaviors Avoidance of unpleasant feelings or situations Response to stress Seeking resolutions to problems PHASE 3: REGAINING AUTONOMY Gradual transition out Begin to move forward by: of intensive treatment Rebuilding positive relationships Treatment scales back as you regain control of your life Cultivating a network of support Applying tools to maintain recovery PROVIDED BY: SANO CENTER for Recovery WWW.SANORECOVERY.COM SOURCES: http://www.sanorecovery.com/Our-Services/Mandala-Program.aspx http://psychcentral.com/lib/symptoms-of-sexual-addiction/ http://psychcentral.com/lib/if-you-think-you-have-a-problem-with-sexual-addiction// http://psychcentral.com/lib/what-causes-sexual-addiction//