Man, 22, Shares Personal Experience with Diagnosed Hypersexuality

A 22-year-old man has openly discussed his diagnosis of hypersexuality, a condition sometimes referred to as compulsive sexual behavior or sex addiction. He shared his experiences on Reddit, emphasizing that his diagnosis was confirmed by specialists and is not self-diagnosed. The man also noted he has a mild form of autism, suggesting a potential interaction between the two conditions, though experts remain uncertain.

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For me, it's like an extreme compulsion. Sexual urges can become so strong that they are accompanied by anxiety and physical reactions like sweating.

He described his hypersexuality as an extreme compulsion, where sexual urges become so intense they trigger anxiety and physical reactions like sweating. To manage these urges, he experiences a need to masturbate multiple times daily, which he finds exhausting. The urges lack clear triggers but consume his attention until they subside. He also mentioned that in relationships, his condition manifests as a need for very intense and prolonged intimacy.

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To alleviate them, I have to masturbate multiple times a day, which can be extremely exhausting.

His partner offers significant support, helping him cope with the urges. Treatment for hypersexuality can involve therapy, medication, and self-help groups. The young man's candid sharing offers a rare, personal glimpse into the daily challenges of living with a less commonly understood disorder.

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The urges don't have a clear trigger, but when they appear, they completely take over my attention until they calm down.