Masturbation is one of the sexual practices most frequently found in sexual addiction (in 70% of cases). It becomes excessive when practised compulsively, when it takes center stage to the detriment of other activities, when the person is unable to restrain himself from practising it, even in public places, when it induces injuries to the genitals and/or when it induces dysfunction in the couple, the family and social relationships.

For further information, we recommend that you consult :

- The IFFS (Institut Français de Formation en Sexothérapie) website, with a special section on sex addiction
- The IFAC (Institut Fédératif des Addictions Comportementales) website, with a special page on sex addiction
- The Geneva University Hospitals website, and their special report on addictions
- The website of Dr Sanquer's practice, psychologist and sexologist

For support in cases of addiction, it's important to consult a professional such as a sexologist or addictologist.
 

Contents validated by the physicians of the Scientific College of the Ramsay Health Foundation.