Feeling overwhelmed by your sexual urges doesn’t mean there’s something wrong with you—it means you’re human. But when those urges start to feel distracting, compulsive, or out of sync with your values, it’s okay to pause and ask: how can I handle this in a healthier way? In this Psych2Go episode, we gently explore why urges feel so intense, what’s happening in your brain and body, and most importantly—how to regain a sense of balance. From mindfulness tips to self-regulation tools, we’re here to help you reconnect with yourself, without shame. What’s helped you feel more in control or at peace with your own needs?

Credits:
Script Writer: Kelly Soong
Voice Over: @amandasilvera
Animator: Aury
Youtube Manager: Cindy Cheong
Director: Tai Khuong
Assisted: Brisky Quach

Further readings:
Reid, R. C., Garos, S., & Carpenter, B. N. (2011). Reliability, validity, and psychometric development of the Hypersexual Behavior Inventory in an outpatient sample of men. Sexual Addiction & Compulsivity, 18(1), 30–51. https://doi.org/10.1080/10720162.2011.555709

Tang, D. W., Fellows, L. K., Small, D. M., & Dagher, A. (2012). Food and drug cues activate similar brain regions: A meta-analysis of functional MRI studies. Physiology & Behavior, 106(3), 317–324. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.physbeh.2012.03.009

Brotto, L. A., & Heiman, J. R. (2007). Mindfulness in sex therapy: Applications for women with sexual difficulties following gynecologic cancer. Sexual and Relationship Therapy, 22(1), 3–11. https://doi.org/10.1080/14681990601153298