The Four Core Beliefs of Sex Addicts

Jun 26 11:08 UTC 2002

Dr. Patrick J. Carnes lists some following core beliefs that influence 
behavior of those addicted to sex:

1. I am basically a bad and unworthy person. 

2. No one would love me if they really knew me. 

3. I can't count on anyone to meet my needs. 

4. Sex is my most important need.


These beliefs may not be conscious, but it is very clearly reflected in 
the addictive behavior.

I think these can also apply to addictions to other substances, 
although sex is the listed context.

response 2 of 2:

Jun 29 09:49 UTC 2002

Exactly.