It is an understatement to say that the problem of sexual addiction is pervasive among American Christians and clergy members. It is NOT Primarily a behavior issue or a moral issue. Sexual addiction is repetitive, uncontrollable sexual activity of any kind. Whatever the type or the amount there has been some attempt by the addict to stop. The sexual activity is used, like any addiction, to escape or to avoid feelings, to reduce stress or as a way of connecting intimately with others.
All sex addicts feel detached, isolated and alone.
The illusion is that orgasm is equated with intimacy. In fact the addiction often becomes a counterfeit relationship. Like all other addictions, sex addiction is progressive. In other words, the frequency of sexual activity increases over time. Also, the type of sexually addictive behavior may change over time.