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The Relation Between Compulsive Sexual Behaviors and Aggression in a Substance-Dependent Population

Year: 2015

Type: article

Abstract: Research supports a high comorbidity between compulsive sexual behaviors (CSBs) and SUDs, which are both classified by increased impulsivity. Literature has also indicated that increased impulsivity and substance use are associated with aggression. However, no known research has examined the relationship between CSBs and aggression among a substance dependent population. The purpose of the current study was to examine this relationship. Participants included 349 male patients in treatment for SUDs. Results indicated that after controlling for alcohol and drug use and problems and age, CSBs were significantly associated with total aggression, aggressive attitudes, physical aggression, and verbal aggression. This is the first known study to examine this relationship, thus continued research is needed to extend and replicate these findings.

Source: Journal of Aggression Maltreatment & Trauma

DOI: 10.1080/10926771.2015.1081664

Authors: JoAnna Elmquist, Ryan C. Shorey, Scott Anderson, Gregory L. Stuart

Institutions: University of Tennessee at Knoxville, Ohio University

Language: English

Topic: Sexuality, Behavior, and Technology

Subfield: Clinical Psychology

Field: Psychology

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Good health and well-being, Peace, justice, and strong institutions

Open Access status: green

Funder: National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism