Joyous Sexuality: Healing from the Effects of Family Sexual Dysfunction [Paperback]

Mic Hunter (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: 1992

This book was written for those raised in families that were negative about sex, overvalued sex, or were sexually shut down. Dr. Hunter describes ten characteristics of these families and how adult relationship are negatively affected by these early experiences. More importantly he discusses practical methods for making meaningful changes to improve the reader's sexuality and intimacy skills. The focus is on obtaining healthy sexuality and reducing shame and fear related to sex and relationships.

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About the Author

Dr. Hunter is licensed as psychologist, a marriage and family therapist, and as an alcohol and drug counselor. He travels throughout North America presenting workshops on healthy sexuality and other topics.

Product Details

• Paperback: 151 pages
• Publisher: CompCare Publishers (1992)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0896382710
• ISBN-13: 978-0896382718
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,343,239 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Dr. Mic Hunter holds Minnesota licenses as a Psychologist, and Marriage and Family Therapist. He has been sought out by the print and broadcast media for interviews over 150 times including Oprah, CNN, The New York Times, and The Wall Street Journal. He has spoken throughout North America to professional audiences and the general public over 300 times. He has presented at the meetings of the American Association Of Sex Educators, Counselors and Therapists, the Society for the Scientific Study of Sex, the American Psychological Association, and Male Survivor. He has been invited to give eight keynote addresses. He has served as a reviewer for The Journal of Child Sexual Abuse, The Journal of Men's Studies, The Journal of Interpersonal Violence, and Violence Against Women. He is a recipient of the Fay Honey Knopp Memorial Award, given by the National Organization on Male Sexual Victimization, "For recognition of his contributions to the field of male sexual victimization treatment and knowledge." In 2007 the Board of Directors of Male Survivor announced the creation of The Mic Hunter Award For Research Advances. Dr. Hunter, for whom the award was named, became the first recipient. It was given to him for his "ceaseless pursuit of knowledge about male sexual abuse in all its occurrences, of the eloquent dissemination of new knowledge in this area, and of the stimulation for further study and concern about revealing, treating and preventing male sexual abuse." In addition to articles, Mic is the author, co-author, or editor of eight books including Abused Boys: The Neglected Victims of Sexual Abuse, The Sexually Abused Male Volumes I & II, Child Victims & Perpetrators Of Sexual Abuse, Adult Survivors Of Sexual Abuse: Treatment Innovations, Honor Betrayed: Sexual Abuse In America's Military, The Ethical Use of Touch in Psychotherapy, and The American Barbershop: A Closer Look At A Disappearing Place.

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Oustanding Insight into sexually dysfunctional childhood...., March 30, 2000

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Mel Carlton - See all my reviews

This review is from: Joyous Sexuality: Healing from the Effects of Family Sexual Dysfunction (Paperback)

Amazing reading... Joyous Sexuality has captured the essence of sexual dysfunction problems and how they relate to adult life. Mic Hunter has simply, but eloquently, shown how successful recovery can be achieved if one will only follow and adhere to the 12 step program outlined in the book. He has also provided workspace to allow the reader to participate which is necessary for successful recovery. I recommend this book to anyone with any form of sexual addiction or relationship difficulties.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This is a must read, July 22, 2004

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M. Bradley (Brentwood, TN USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Joyous Sexuality: Healing from the Effects of Family Sexual Dysfunction (Paperback)

Mic Hunter's book, from 1992, is still relevant and excellent. As a clinician, I use this book with a wide variety of clients - even those who have not experienced sexual trauma. Since we live in such a sexually dysfunctional culture, Hunter's book offers an excellent way to process our beliefs and to help our society move toward healthy and vibrant sexuality/sensuality that is also in alignment with our true values.

Hunter does an excellent job in not hoisting his beliefs upon the reader, but assisting the reader in exploring his/her experiences and teachings (covert and overt) about sex, relationships, sexuality and their body.

Hopefully, this book will become available again. It will remain on my top 10 list!