Society for the Advancement of Sexual Health explained

SASH
Formation:	1987
Full Name:	Society for the Advancement of Sexual Health
Headquarters:	Acworth, Georgia
Location Country:	United States
Leader Title:	Founder
Leader Name:	Patrick Carnes
Leader Title2:	Current President
Leader Name2:	Laney Knowlton
Website:	www.sash.net

The Society for the Advancement of Sexual Health (SASH) is a nonprofit organization focused on fostering a comprehensive approach to sexual health.^{[1] [2]} SASH's mission is to advance sexual health through research, education, and intervention by addressing a wide spectrum, from problematic behaviors to healthy sexual expression. The organization promotes public and professional access to resources on sexual health, offers credentialing for clinicians, and supports research in areas like sexual wellness and trauma. Through conferences, publications, and other educational media, SASH provides platforms for professionals to collaborate and for communities to support positive sexual health practices.^[3]

The size of the SASH membership was estimated to be 575 individuals in 2006 and 630 members in 2012.^[4] The majority of the membership are professionals working in the field of sexual health or in fields related to sexual health. These members include sex therapists, educators, and researchers. ^[5]

History and overview

SASH was founded by Patrick Carnes in 1987, originally as the National Council on Sexual Addiction (NCSA). In 2003, they changed the name to Society for the Advancement of Sexual Health.^{[6] [7]}

In 2010, the topic of "sex addiction" received widespread public attention following revelations about the personal life of golfer Tiger Woods. Patrick Carnes's work with Tiger Woods brought SASH into the public consciousness.^{[8] [9]}

Starting in 2013, SASH shifted their policy and position statements away from the somewhat controversial topic of sex addiction, adopting a broader definition of problematic sexual behavior. The organization continued to provide training and resources to their members to keep abreast of changes in the research and evidence.^[10]

Notable people

• Patrick Carnes, American counselor, author, and founder of SASH

External links

• SASH website

Notes and References

1. Web site: Society for the Advancement of Sexual Health. GuideStar . 2 November 2024.
2. Web site: The Society For The Advancement Of Sexual Health Inc. ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer . 9 May 2013 . 2 November 2024.
3. Carnes, Patrick; Santorini, Richard; Armstrong, Ed. The Society for the Advancement of Sexual Health. Nashville: Vanderbilt University Library, 1987. Retrieved from https://catalog.library.vanderbilt.edu/discovery/fulldisplay/alma991043246608903276/01VAN_INST:vanui.
4. Delmonico, D. L., Manderino, D., & Griffin, E. . Results from the Membership Survey 2006 and 2012 . Sexual Health & Compulsivity . 21 . 1 . 2014 . 10.1080/10720162.2014.884481.
5. Zamboni, Brian (2009). "Identity, Training, and Expertise Among Sexual Health Professionals". International Journal of Sexual Health. 21 (2): 132–144. doi:10.1080/19317610903032237. ISSN 1931-7611.
6. Web site: Society for the Advancement of Sexual Health . Transgender Map . 29 December 2019 . 2024-11-05.
7. The proliferation of sexual health: Diverse social problems and the legitimation of sexuality . Social Science & Medicine . 2017 . 10.1016/j.socscimed.2017.06.033 . Epstein . Steven . Mamo . Laura . 188 . 176–190 . 28716452 .
8. Web site: Watkins . Aliya . Sex Addiction: What Tiger Woods' Story Forces Us to Confront . Rewire News Group . February 18, 2010 . November 5, 2024.
9. Web site: Sex Addiction Expert Dr. Patrick Carnes Talks Tiger Woods . Hollywood Life . January 20, 2010 . November 5, 2024.
10. Samenow . C. P. . 2013 . SASH policy statement (revised): The future of problematic sexual behaviors/sexual addiction . Sexual Addiction & Compulsivity: The Journal of Treatment & Prevention . 20 . 4 . 255–258 . 10.1080/10720162.2013.847752 . Editorial.