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Sexual Addiction Resources

Sexual Addiction Support Groups

Sexual struggles tend to be an isolated and secretive event, unlike an alcoholic or a gambling addict. This unique and hidden away personal struggle can not only hurt you, but it can damage your relationships as well.  These support groups help you get out of the pattern of struggling alone, keeping your thoughts secretive, or meeting others that struggle similarly. Most people try to "manage on their own"...but for most people it doesn't work.  These groups below meet every day of the week and at different times and throughout San Diego.  There is no excuse that can get in the way. 

Sexual Addicts Anonymous (SAA)

(760) 736-0644
http://saa-recovery.org

 

Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous (SLAA)

(619) 685-7211
http://www.slaa-san-diego.org

Sexaholics Anonymous (SA)

(858) 495-2446  
http://www.sasandiego.org

Sexual Compulsive Anonymous (SCA)

(619) 819-7740  
http://www.sca-recovery.org

Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous (SLAA)

(619) 685-7211
http://www.slaa-san-diego.org

Recommended Readings for Compulsive Sexual Issues:

I believe in the power of knowledge.  The more you get educated about your personal struggles, the more you understand what to do to get out of the addictive cycle.  Addiction is no easy issue, especially a secretive sexual addiction.  Here are a few books that I recommend.

Out of the Shadows: Understanding Sexual Addiction, by Patrick Carnes, Ph.D.

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In the Shadows of the Net: Breaking Free from Compulsive Online Sexual Behavior, by Patrick 
Carnes, Ph.D.

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Don't Call It Love: Recovery from Sexual Addiction, by Patrick Carnes, Ph.D.

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A Gentle Path Through the Twelve Steps, by Patrick Carnes, Ph.D.

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Hope and Recovery: A Twelve Step Guide for Healing from Compulsive Sexual Behavior,
by Hazelden Publishing

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