By Scott Alexander Hess

Acting out sexual fantasies in a safe context can be liberating. But with the explosion of "sex addiction," the kick people get from kink looks increasingly like a symptom. MORE  

By Lisa Kirchner

From serial dating to unsafe sex to unexpected STDs, here are some must-read tips to find out if you—or your partner—are suffering from sex addiction. MORE  

By McCarton Ackerman

Even Olympic swimmers Anthony Ervin and Emily Seebohm have their "Kryptonite." MORE  

By Dr. Richard Juman

Despite a proliferation of treatment options in America, addictive behavior and unhealthy coping strategies are more common than ever. Here's why. MORE  

By Sam Lansky

A new bio claims the Rolling Stones frontman is a sexual compulsive who's racked up 4,000 partners. MORE  

By Chris Gardner

The esteemed character actor and Sopranos star Joey Pantoliano (aka Joey Pants) talks alcoholism, depression and his darkest secrets (hello, shoplifting) in this exclusive interview. MORE  

By Fionna Agomuoh

Utah's "Porn School," Oxbow Academy, is a rigorous rehab for adolescent boys with sexual compulsions. MORE  

By Gabrielle Wuhl

Drug czar vows "paradigm shift" on treatment policy, Robert Kennedy Jr.'s affidavit reveals Mary's addiction struggle, and Oliver Stone smokes a joint on the cover of High Times. MORE  

By McCarton Ackerman

With sex addiction claiming celebrity headlines in recent years, Sex Workers Anonymous addresses the less glamorous topic: addiction to prostitution. MORE  

By Reina Berger

Viagra hope for children with heart defects, why sex addiction won't make the new DSM-V, and a drunken bear frightens Florida. MORE