Online Sex Addiction Screening Tools & Questionnaires

PATHOS Screening Tool

  1. Do you often find yourself preoccupied with sexual thoughts? (Preoccupied)

  2. Do you hide some of your sexual behavior from others? (Ashamed)

  3. Have you ever sought help for sexual behavior you did not like? (Treatment)

  4. Has anyone been hurt emotionally because of your sexual behavior? (Hurt others)

  5. Do you feel controlled by your sexual desire? (Out of control)

  6. When you have sex, do you feel depressed afterwards? (Sad)

If you answer “Yes” to 3 or more of these questions, it is recommended you speak with a trained therapist to explore your responses

Disclaimer: These tools are educational only and do not diagnose or create a therapist–client relationship. If you’re in crisis, please call 988 or 911.