The Scoop on Defining and Diagnosing the Problem and the Latest in Sexual Addiction Research w/ Stefanie Carnes
09/03/24 • 49 min
In this episode, host Tara McCausland speaks with Dr. Stefanie Cranes about the challenges of defining and diagnosing sex addiction. Topics covered include the historical context for diagnosis problems, the stigma and societal misunderstandings surrounding it, and the prevalence and causes of sex addiction based on recent research. Dr. Carnes also shares the distinct impact of sex addiction on individuals and families, compares it to other addictions, and offers hopeful advice for those starting or already on their recovery journey.
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00:00 Introduction and Conference Announcement
01:35 Guest Expert Introduction: Dr. Stephanie Carnes
03:38 Challenges in Diagnosing Sexual Addiction
05:03 Historical Context for Diagnosis Problems
07:51 Impact of Lack of Diagnosis on Treatment
11:55 Disparities in Care
23:36 Neuroscience and Behavioral Addiction
26:46 Debate Over Terminology and Classification
35:17 Prevalence and Future Trends
40:23 Primary Causes and Research Insights
44:46 Resources and Final Thoughts
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In this episode, host Tara McCausland speaks with Dr. Stefanie Cranes about the challenges of defining and diagnosing sex addiction. Topics covered include the historical context for diagnosis problems, the stigma and societal misunderstandings surrounding it, and the prevalence and causes of sex addiction based on recent research. Dr. Carnes also shares the distinct impact of sex addiction on individuals and families, compares it to other addictions, and offers hopeful advice for those starting or already on their recovery journey.
REGISTER FOR THE 2024 S.A. LIFELINE CONFERENCE
Learn more about our conference sponsor,
Circles of Grace. https://circlesofgrace.health/
Resources and connect with Dr. Carnes:
sexhelp.com
iitap.com
[email protected]
00:00 Introduction and Conference Announcement
01:35 Guest Expert Introduction: Dr. Stephanie Carnes
03:38 Challenges in Diagnosing Sexual Addiction
05:03 Historical Context for Diagnosis Problems
07:51 Impact of Lack of Diagnosis on Treatment
11:55 Disparities in Care
23:36 Neuroscience and Behavioral Addiction
26:46 Debate Over Terminology and Classification
35:17 Prevalence and Future Trends
40:23 Primary Causes and Research Insights
44:46 Resources and Final Thoughts
SA Lifeline Foundation
SAL 12 Step
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Donate
Contact to ask questions or make comments
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Pathway to Recovery - The Scoop on Defining and Diagnosing the Problem and the Latest in Sexual Addiction Research w/ Stefanie Carnes
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The Scoop on Defining and Diagnosing the Problem and the Latest in Sex Addiction Research w/ Stefanie Carnes
Introduction and Conference Announcement
Tara: [00:00:00] Hey, before we get started, just a quick announcement. Tickets are still available for our SA Lifeline virtual conference coming up on September 26th through the 28th. The first day we'll be talking about unwanted sexual behavior. We'll be talking then the next day
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