Sexual Addiction Screening Test, SAST-R

Test scores

Core Item Scale
5][621][0
6
[ possible addiction ]
Addictive Dimensions
Preoccupation
1][24][0
0
Loss of Control
1][24][0
1
Relationship Disturbance
1][24][0
1
Affect Disturbance
1][25][0
3
Internet Items
2][36][0
1
Women's Items
1][26][0
3

This instrument has been based on screenings of tens of thousands of people. This particular version is a developmental stage revision of the instrument, so scoring may be adjusted with more research. Please be aware that clinical decisions must be made conditionally since final scoring protocols may vary.


• Preoccupation: obsessive thinking about sexual behavior, opportunities, and fantasies

• Loss of Control: inability to stop behavior despite commitments to self and others and despite problems caused by the behavior

• Relationship Disturbance: sexual behavior has created significant relationship problems

• Affect Disturbance: significant depression, despair, or anxiety over sexual behavior.

References