The Routledge International Handbook of Sexual Compulsivity and Clinical Sexology

About This Book

The Routledge International Handbook of Sexual Compulsivity and Clinical Sexology is a comprehensive, authoritative reference work that brings together leading experts from around the world to address the complex and evolving field of sexual compulsivity, hypersexuality, and clinical sexology.

This handbook provides an in-depth exploration of theoretical frameworks, assessment tools, clinical interventions, and cutting-edge research related to compulsive sexual behavior disorder (CSBD) and related conditions. It covers a wide range of topics including:

• Definitions, classifications, and diagnostic criteria for sexual compulsivity
• Neurobiological and psychological underpinnings of hypersexual behavior
• Evidence-based assessment and treatment approaches
• Cultural, ethical, and legal considerations in clinical sexology
• Special populations and co-occurring disorders
• Emerging research and future directions in the field

Ideal for clinicians, researchers, academics, and graduate students in psychology, psychiatry, social work, and related health professions, this handbook is an essential resource for anyone working in the field of sexual health and clinical sexology.