Out of control sexual behaviours: a developing practice model

Growth in the understanding of “out of control sexual behaviours” (OOCSB) evolves between research and practice. Bancroft and Vukadinovic (2004) have suggested that, as the patterns of such behaviours (previously labelled sexual compulsivity, sexual addiction, sexual impulsivity) are so varied in their etiological determinants, it is too soon to attempt an overriding definition and a treatment model. However, there is a distinct need for clinicians to treat those with this disorder and raise subsequent hypotheses for research from our treatment experiences. Having successfully treated a number of men with differing presentations of OOCSB, this paper will describe a developing practice model using a client case study.