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This self-assessment Sexual Addiction Screening Test (SAST) , was originally developed by Carnes P. J. . TraitProfiler provides an interactive digital version for educational, informational, and self-exploration purposes only.

Sexual Addiction Screening Test (SAST)

Background

The Sexual Addiction Screening Test (SAST) is a psychological screening questionnaire used to identify problematic or compulsive sexual behavior.

The assessment looks at excessive sexual thoughts, loss of control, secrecy, emotional distress, relationship problems, risky sexual behavior, online sexual activity, and problems caused by sexual behavior in daily life.

The SAST is commonly used in behavioral addiction and mental health screening because it provides a structured way to identify possible symptoms of compulsive sexual behavior.

Higher scores may suggest sexual preoccupation, emotional dependence on sexual behavior, poor self-control, risky sexual activity, or sexual behavior-related difficulties affecting relationships, work, or well-being.

Procedure

You will be presented with 45 questions about sexual thoughts, urges, online sexual behavior, and personal experiences.

Read each question carefully and choose either “Yes” or “No” based on your real experiences and behavior.

Please answer honestly according to your personal feelings and experiences.

Participation

This assessment is intended for adults who are able to understand and honestly answer questions about sexual behavior and related experiences.

Participation is voluntary. Responses are anonymous and intended for educational, self-awareness, and research-related purposes only.

Higher scores may reflect compulsive sexual behavior, emotional distress related to sexual activity, or possible behavioral addiction symptoms.

Sexual Addiction Screening Test (SAST) Questionnaire

Instructions & Terms

Below is the Sexual Addiction Screening Test (SAST), a digitally adapted 45- items self-assessment questionnaire. This assessment does not provide a clinical diagnosis, medical determination, or substitute for professional psychological evaluation.

Question 1 of 45

Were you sexually abused as a child or adolescent?


Question 2 of 45

Did your parents have trouble with sexual behavior?


Question 3 of 45

Do you often find yourself preoccupied with sexual thoughts?


Question 4 of 45

Do you feel your sexual behavior is not normal?


Question 5 of 45

Do you ever feel bad about your sexual behavior?


Question 6 of 45

Has your sexual behavior created problems for you or your family?


Question 7 of 45

Have you ever sought help for sexual behavior you did not like?


Question 8 of 45

Has anyone been emotionally hurt because of your sexual behavior?


Question 9 of 45

Are any of your sexual activities against the law?


Question 10 of 45

Have you tried to quit a type of sexual activity and failed?


Question 11 of 45

Do you hide some of your sexual behaviors from others?


Question 12 of 45

Have you attempted to stop some parts of your sexual activity?


Question 13 of 45

Have you felt degraded by your sexual behaviors?


Question 14 of 45

Do you feel depressed after sexual activity?


Question 15 of 45

Do you feel controlled by your sexual desire?


Question 16 of 45

Have important parts of your life been neglected because of time spent on sex?


Question 17 of 45

Do you think your sexual desire is stronger than you are?


Question 18 of 45

Is sex almost all you think about?


Question 19 of 45

Has sex or romantic fantasy been a way to escape problems?


Question 20 of 45

Has sex become the most important thing in your life?


Question 21 of 45

Are you in crisis over sexual matters?


Question 22 of 45

The internet has created sexual problems for me.


Question 23 of 45

I spend too much time online for sexual purposes.


Question 24 of 45

I have purchased online services for romantic or sexual purposes.


Question 25 of 45

I have used the internet to make romantic or sexual connections.


Question 26 of 45

People in my life have been upset about my online sexual activities.


Question 27 of 45

I have tried to stop my online sexual behaviors.


Question 28 of 45

I regularly purchase or use sexually explicit materials.


Question 29 of 45

I have been sexual with minors.


Question 30 of 45

I have spent large amounts of time or money on adult entertainment venues.


Question 31 of 45

I have used prostitutes or escorts for sexual needs.


Question 32 of 45

I spend large amounts of time viewing online pornography.


Question 33 of 45

I have used pornography despite the risk of being caught by family members.


Question 34 of 45

I regularly purchase romantic novels or sexually explicit magazines.


Question 35 of 45

I have stayed in emotionally abusive romantic relationships.


Question 36 of 45

I have traded sex for money or gifts.


Question 37 of 45

I have maintained multiple romantic or sexual relationships at the same time.


Question 38 of 45

After sexual activity, I sometimes avoid all sex for long periods.


Question 39 of 45

I regularly engage in sadomasochistic behavior.


Question 40 of 45

I regularly visit sexual clubs, bath-houses, or adult stores.


Question 41 of 45

I have engaged in unsafe sexual behavior despite knowing the risks.


Question 42 of 45

I have searched public places for anonymous sexual encounters.


Question 43 of 45

I believe casual or anonymous sex has prevented long-term close relationships.


Question 44 of 45

My sexual behavior has put me at risk for arrest or legal problems.


Question 45 of 45

I have been paid for sex.




Psychometric Norms

1
Participants
58%
Community Mean
0%
Sample SD
58%
Highest Observed Score
58%
Lowest Observed Score
2026–2026
Collection Period

Current normative data for theCurrent normative data for the Sexual Addiction Screening Test (SAST) are derived from 1 anonymous participant responses collected through TraitProfiler between 2026 and 2026. All response data are collected anonymously and are intended exclusively for educational, psychometric, and non-commercial research purposes.

Sources
  1. Carnes P. J. Sexual Addiction & Compulsivity (1989). "Contrary to Love: Helping the Sexual Addict."