I am new here, and relate totally with Barrett1965 on the masturbation addiction. I lump it into internet/porn/masturbation/sexual stimulation addiction.

As for it not being a "real" addiction, let's remember that within (most) of our lifetimes, alcoholism was considered a weakness of character, and depression was ignored as well.

I am seeking a good sex addiction therapist on Long Island NY, and will be going (back) to my SLAA meetings this weekend.

The difference from this time and last time I tried (2003) is that I am scared now, and repulsed by my behavior, and this weekend, I am going to purge the 4000 or so text stories, 2000 or so photo images and hundreds of erotic video clips from my computer.

I've never done this before, but I want to beat this. Will keep you posted on my progress. Wish me luck gang.

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