Q&A Should Sex Addicts Refrain from Sex to Start Recovery?

    Question Hey! I found out 6 months ago my husband had two emotional affairs. Last month he disclosed he had a problem with porn and compulsive masturbation. He has started attending Celebrate Recovery. I see some websites suggest that sex addicts refrain from sex even with their spouse the first 6 to 12 months of recovery. Do you feel it is necessary in this situation? If so, what signs do you look for in order to feel that it is now safe to start having sex again? Thank you for your…
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