The Women's Sexual Screening Addiction Test (W-SAST) by Patrick Carnes,
Ph.D., and Sharon O'Hara, L.M.F.T. is designed to assist in the assessment
of sexually compulsive or "addictive" behavior.
The (W-SAST) provides a profile of responses which help to identify
women with sexually addictive disorders. Answer each question yes or
no. Depending on the particular pattern of symptoms: 1-3 or these symptoms
found to be true may be an area of concern and should be openly discussed
with a friend or family member. More than 3 positive answers would indicate
the need to consider more professional consultation and also consideration
of a 12-step support program. 6 or more true answers clearly presents
a problem with potentially self abusive and/or dangerous consequences
and indicate that you should seek treatment.
Were you sexually abused as a child or adolescent?
Do you regularly purchase romance novels or sexually explicit magazines?
Have you stayed in romantic relationships after they become emotionally
or physically abusive?
Do you often find yourself preoccupied with sexual thoughts or
romantic day dreams?
Do you feel that your sexual behavior is normal?
Does your spouse [or significant other(s)] ever worry or complain
about your sexual behavior?
Do you have trouble stopping your sexual behavior when you know
it is inappropriate?
Do you ever feel bad about your sexual behavior?
Has your sexual behavior ever created problems for you and your
family?
Have you ever sought help for sexual behavior you did not like?
Have you ever worried about people finding out about your sexual
activities?
Has anyone been hurt emotionally because of your sexual behavior?
Have you ever participated in sexual activity in exchange for money
or gifts?
Do you have times when you act out sexually followed by periods
of celibacy (no sex at all)?
Have you made efforts to quit a type of sexual activity and failed?
Do you hide some of your sexual behavior from others?
Do you find yourself having multiple romantic relationships at the
same time?
Have you ever felt degraded by your sexual behavior?
Has sex or romantic fantasies been a way for you to escape your
problems?
When you have sex, do you feel depressed afterwards?
Do you regularly engage in sado-masochistic behavior?
Has your sexual activity interfered with your family life?
Have you been sexual with minors?
Do you feel controlled by your sexual desire or fantasies of romance?
Do you ever think your sexual desire is stronger than you are?
