This article was co-authored by Trudi Griffin, LPC, MS. Trudi Griffin is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Wisconsin specializing in Addictions and Mental Health. She provides therapy to people who struggle with addictions, mental health, and trauma in community health settings and private practice. She received her MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Marquette University in 2011. This article has been viewed 238,148 times.

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If you think you might be addicted to wearing diapers as an adult, you're not alone, and there are a few common signs you can look out for. If you find yourself thinking about wearing diapers a lot when you can’t wear them, you might have a bit of a dependency. Wearing diapers may also interfere with your daily life and your relationships if you’re addicted. If you’ve tried to cut back or stop wearing diapers, but you found that it’s too difficult, you might have a dependency on diapers. However, even if you feel like you can’t stop, it’s nothing to be ashamed of, and if you’re not hurting anyone, it’s entirely your choice. If it’s affecting your mental health or relationships though, try talking to a therapist, who can help you work through your negative feelings around wearing diapers. For more tips from our co-author, including how to cut down on wearing diapers as an adult, read on.