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Out of the Shadows by Patrick J Carnes

Out of the Shadows

Understanding Sexual Addiction

Patrick J Carnes

Hazelden Publishing · Print & ebook · May 23, 2001

With the revised information and up-to-date research, Out of the Shadows is the premier work on sex addiction, written by a pioneer in its treatment.

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Who it’s for
A practical, spiritually attentive look at sexual compulsion and its costs—and a path toward change.
Themes
Sexual addiction, Cybersex addiction, Recovery from compulsion
Genres
Sex & Porn Addiction, Addiction, Human Sexuality

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With the revised information and up-to-date research, Out of the Shadows is the premier work on sex addiction, written by a pioneer in its treatment. Sex is at the core of our identities. And when it becomes a compulsion, it can unravel our lives. Out of the Shadows is the premier work on this disorder, written by a pioneer in its treatment.

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Revised and updated to include the latest research--and to address the exploding phenomenon of cybersex addiction--this third edition identifies the danger signs, explains the dynamics, and describes the consequences of sexual addiction and dependency. With practical wisdom and spiritual clarity, it points the way out of the shadows of sexual compulsion and back into the light and fullness of life.

Clear-Eyed Guidance

A practical, spiritually attentive look at sexual compulsion and its costs—and a path toward change.

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  • Clear-eyed language about sexual compulsion and its consequences

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  • Behavioral insight, practical wisdom, and spiritual clarity

Where it sits

Sex & Porn Addiction99%
Human Sexuality62%
Addiction42%

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Publisher categories

  • Love & Romance
  • Health & Wellness
  • Sex & Porn Addiction
Authors
Patrick J Carnes
Publisher
Hazelden Publishing
Published
May 23, 2001
Format
Print & ebook
Theme
Sexual addiction · Cybersex addiction · Recovery from compulsion
Reading lane
Love & Romance