As this behavior becomes more out of control, and efforts to stop the behavior fail, self-esteem suffers. It is the goal of OSA to be of assistance to these individuals whose lives are being adversely affected by compulsive online sex. To serve those struggling with sexual addiction, or compulsive sexuality, OSA provides easy access to relevant support, education, and resources. In addition, OSA has a bookstore where questioning and concerned people can easily find books on sexual addiction and related topics. OSA site membership provides access to a private member's area.
Members pay dues to support the site.
In the members area people concerned about their own or another's problem sexual behavior can participate in discussions on confidential member bulletin boards, an email support group, and a members only chatroom. Psychotherapy is not provided on the OSA site, but information about where to find psychotherapy is. Any information provided by Dr. Putnam is intended as educational and is not meant to be thought of as a form of psychotherapy. Advice given by members in the chatroom, email group, or bulletin board should be considered social support that is in no way a substitute for psychotherapy with a licensed professional. OSA is a Sex Addiction WebRing Site.