Compulsive Sexual Behaviour and Neurodiversity
Abstract
This chapter explores how therapists can culturally attune their clinical practice when working with diverse populations. It will focus on clinically diagnosed and self-diagnosed autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), highlighting ADHD, impulsivity, and potential links to compulsive sexual behaviours. The chapter will explain what ASD and ADHD are and the interaction with compulsive sexual behaviours. The author will guide therapists working with neurodivergent clients who struggle with compulsive sexual behaviours (CSB) to foster and maintain an ethical and anti-oppressive practice.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Sexuality
Behavior
and Technology
Psychoanalysis and Psychopathology Research
Sexual function and dysfunction studies
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Routledge eBooks
- Pages
- 225–245
- Publication date
- 13 February 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Book chapter