Cosa (codependents of sex addicts) is a fellowship for individuals impacted by the compulsive sexual behaviors of a partner, family member, or loved one Codependents of sex addicts is a recovery program for family or friends whose lives have been affected by someone else’s compulsive sexual behavior The profound emotional impact of discovering a partner’s secret behaviors is often understood clinically as betrayal trauma.
How Can I Tell If I Am Codependent? Soothing Minds Counselling
When sex addiction exists in a codependent relationship, two people are locked in a destructive way of living
Codependency is not uncommon, but when it comes together with sex addiction, it creates a situation that requires therapy and other treatments to correct.
A codependent relationship complicated by substance abuse will pull both participants into a downward spiral In the context of sex addiction, codependency can manifest in several ways Some sex addicts may rely on their partners for sexual validation and attention In contrast, others may seek out multiple partners as a means of avoiding emotional intimacy or as a way to feel in control.
