Carol L. Clark, Ph.d., lmhc, cap

Do I Have a Problem with Sex Addiction?

Answer “yes” or “no” to the following questions regarding the sexual behavior that you think may be a problem.

		Yes	No

1	I have tried to cut down or stop my sexual behavior.
2	I have tried to hide my sexual behavior from others.
3	I do my sexual behavior even when I don’t want to.
4	When I try to cut down on my sexual behavior, I feel anxious and depressed.
5	I have spent more money than intended or more than I can afford on my sexual behavior.
6	My sexual behavior helps me feel less empty and/or lonely.
7	My partner is concerned about my sexual behavior.
8	I could get or have gotten into trouble at work because of my sexual behavior.
9	My sexual behavior could get or has gotten me into trouble with the law.
10	My sexual behavior has caused me health problems or has put my health at risk.
11	I have hurt the people I love because of my sexual behavior.
12	I have neglected my family and/or friends because of my sexual behavior.
13	I find myself spending more and more time on my sexual behavior.
14	I use my sexual behavior as a way to escape from pain or problems.
15	I am ashamed of my sexual behavior.

Answering “yes” to any of these questions indicates that your sexual behavior is a cause for concern. Answering “yes” to more than one indicates that you may have a serious problem. Answering “yes” to three (3) or more indicate a high probability of sexual addiction.