11/03/2026
Is s*x addiction officially recognized in the same way as substance addiction?
The clinical picture is more nuanced.
The World Health Organization recognizes Compulsive Sexual Behaviour Disorder (CSBD) in ICD-11, classifying it as an impulse-control disorder rather than a substance-related or addictive disorder.
The DSM-5-TR does not include a standalone diagnosis for CSBD.
Understanding this distinction helps reduce misinformation, avoid mislabeling, and encourage appropriate professional assessment.
At Comprehensive Treatment Clinic, assessments and individualized treatment help address problematic s*xual behaviors and related concerns.
Learn more: https://www.addictions-healing.com/s*xual-addiction