Dr. Bothe focuses on problematic and non-problematic pornography use, compulsive sexual behaviors, and addictions. The overarching aims of her research are to use state-of-the-art methods to (1) develop well-validated, theory-based assessment tools, (2) identify who may develop adaptive vs. maladaptive behaviors and why, (3) examine the context (e.g., motivations) that may differentiate between given behaviors' positive and negative outcomes, and (4) develop innovative, early interventions.