Analysis

The CSBI consists of a series of statements that evaluate different aspects of compulsive sexual behavior. Participants are asked to rate the degree to which each statement reflects their experience, using a Likert scale ranging from 1 (Never) to 5 (Very Frequently). The domains assessed include:
Frequency of Sexual Thoughts: How often participants experience persistent or unwanted sexual thoughts.
Focus on Sexual Behavior: The extent to which sexual behavior occupies a significant part of the individual’s time and attention.
Controllable and Uncontrollable Behavior: The level of difficulty the individual faces in trying to control their sexual behavior.
Impact on Life: How compulsive sexual behavior negatively affects relationships, work, or other aspects of life.
Emotional Reactions: The emotional consequences of sexual behavior, such as anxiety or guilt.

Objective

The objective of the CSBI is to provide a detailed assessment of compulsive sexual behavior and its effects on individuals’ lives. The scale is used by clinical professionals to identify problems and to design appropriate therapeutic interventions. In addition, it can be used to monitor patient progress and to evaluate the effectiveness of treatments.

Scoring

Scoring of the CSBI is carried out by summing the responses across all statements. The total scores are used to estimate the severity of compulsive sexual behavior. Higher scores indicate greater intensity of the behavior and possibly more significant impacts on daily life.

References

The literature related to compulsive sexual behavior includes studies that investigate its causes, manifestations, and treatments:
Coleman, E., Raymond, N., & McBean, A. (2003). Assessment and treatment of compulsive sexual behavior. Minnesota Medicine, 86(7), 42–47.
Kafka, M. P. (2010). Hypersexual disorder: A proposed diagnosis for DSM-V. Archives of Sexual Behavior, 39(2), 377–400.
Reid, R. C., Garos, S., & Fong, T. (2012). Psychometric development of the Hypersexual Behavior Consequences Scale. Journal of Behavioral Addictions, 1(3), 115–122.