Abstract:
In this article we aim to identify and analyze the risk factors associated with sex addiction, taking into account the fact that, at its initiation and development, several factors contribute, which are called "risk factors". We chose this type of dependence because its prevalence and consequences are underestimated, there are some divergences among researchers regarding the diagnostic criteria, and in psychological practice it is observed that a significant number of people seeking counseling have the elements of such a addictions in the background, in addition to their main problem, which may be gambling addiction or other disorder.