subject: Serious Effects of Sexual Addiction [print this page] The occurrence of any of these effects tends to cause shame, intense anxiety, self-hatred, hopelessness, loneliness, moral conflict, deceit and even suicidal thoughts. However, these effects may be dealt with through proper counselling and acceptance from both the addict and his loved ones. Although the coping mechanisms may vary, what is important is to help the addict accept the consequences of his acts, reform and start anew.
