Melissa N Slavin1, Arielle A J Scoglio2, Gretchen R Blycker3,4,5, Marc N Potenza5,6,7,8, Shane W Kraus9. 1. Columbia University, School of Social Work, New York, NY. 2. Northeastern University, Institute of Health Equity & Social Justice Research, Boston, MA. 3. College of Nursing, University of Rhode Island, Kingston, RI. 4. HäIsosam Therapy, Jamestown, RI. 5. Yale University School of Medicine, Department of Psychiatry, New Haven, CT. 6. Yale University Department of Neuroscience and Child Study Center, New Haven, CT. 7. Connecticut Council on Problem Gambling, New Haven, CT. 8. Connecticut Mental Health Center, New Haven, CT. 9. University of Nevada, Las Vegas, Department of Psychology, Las Vegas, NV.
Abstract
PURPOSE OF REVIEW: Information on potential risk factors and clinical correlates of compulsive sexual behavior (CSB) may help inform more effective prevention and treatment measures. Sexual victimization, specifically, child sexual abuse (CSA), has been associated with CSB. RECENT FINDINGS: This systematic review describes 21 studies on the relationship between CSA and CSB. Most studies identified a significant association between CSA and CSB. However, variability in measurements, potential differences in links among community versus clinical samples, relevance of research among college samples, lack of support for gender-related differences, and the need for more longitudinal designs were identified. SUMMARY: Research would benefit from more formalized assessments of CSB across different populations. Prevention efforts should be aimed toward individuals who experienced CSA and/or other abuse, particularly if they report engaging in risky sexual behavior. Individuals with CSB who have experienced sexual abuse may benefit from trauma-focused treatment.
PURPOSE OF REVIEW: Information on potential risk factors and clinical correlates of compulsive sexual behavior (CSB) may help inform more effective prevention and treatment measures. Sexual victimization, specifically, child sexual abuse (CSA), has been associated with CSB. RECENT FINDINGS: This systematic review describes 21 studies on the relationship between CSA and CSB. Most studies identified a significant association between CSA and CSB. However, variability in measurements, potential differences in links among community versus clinical samples, relevance of research among college samples, lack of support for gender-related differences, and the need for more longitudinal designs were identified. SUMMARY: Research would benefit from more formalized assessments of CSB across different populations. Prevention efforts should be aimed toward individuals who experienced CSA and/or other abuse, particularly if they report engaging in risky sexual behavior. Individuals with CSB who have experienced sexual abuse may benefit from trauma-focused treatment.
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Keywords:
child sexual abuse; compulsive sexual behavior
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