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Emotional Abuse and Sex Addiction Recovery, with Tamara Lichfield and Dr. Jake Porter
Manage episode 356193262 series 2334581
In marriages and intimate relationships affected by sexual addiction, it is not uncommon for emotional abuse be present. Sometimes the abusive behaviors can increase with more intensity when the one struggling with the addiction becomes "sober" but is not fully committed to recovery. These behaviors are often maladaptive coping mechanisms fueled by shame and stemming from unhealed trauma. Many do not realize they are engaging in these unhealthy coping skills. Also, their intent is not to hurt, but the impact is often devastating. Defining forms of emotional abuse and the damaging effects it can have in marriages where problematic sexual behavior is or has been present is necessary to help bring light to this issue and also to find hope and healing for both partners.
Links in this episode:
http://apsats.org
http://drjakeporter.com
http://www.becomingshatterproof.us
http://www.facebook.com/becomingshatterproof
229 episodes
Manage episode 356193262 series 2334581
In marriages and intimate relationships affected by sexual addiction, it is not uncommon for emotional abuse be present. Sometimes the abusive behaviors can increase with more intensity when the one struggling with the addiction becomes "sober" but is not fully committed to recovery. These behaviors are often maladaptive coping mechanisms fueled by shame and stemming from unhealed trauma. Many do not realize they are engaging in these unhealthy coping skills. Also, their intent is not to hurt, but the impact is often devastating. Defining forms of emotional abuse and the damaging effects it can have in marriages where problematic sexual behavior is or has been present is necessary to help bring light to this issue and also to find hope and healing for both partners.
Links in this episode:
http://apsats.org
http://drjakeporter.com
http://www.becomingshatterproof.us
http://www.facebook.com/becomingshatterproof
229 episodes
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