Sexual disorders
Sexual Disorders
Sexual disorders (pronunciation: /ˈsɛkʃʊəl dɪsˈɔːdəz/) are a group of related conditions that affect an individual's ability to engage in or enjoy sexual activity. These disorders can be psychological, physiological, or both, and can significantly impact a person's quality of life.
Etymology
The term "sexual disorders" is derived from the Latin sexus meaning "sex" and the Greek disorder meaning "disorder". It was first used in the medical literature in the late 19th century to describe conditions that deviated from what was considered normal sexual behavior or function.
Types of Sexual Disorders
There are several types of sexual disorders, including:
- Erectile Dysfunction: This is a condition in which a man is unable to achieve or maintain an erection sufficient for sexual intercourse.
- Premature Ejaculation: This is a condition in which a man ejaculates sooner than he or his partner would like during sexual activity.
- Sexual Aversion Disorder: This is a condition characterized by an extreme aversion to, and avoidance of, all or almost all, genital sexual contact with a sexual partner.
- Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder: This is characterized by a lack or absence of sexual fantasies and desire for sexual activity.
- Dyspareunia: This is a condition characterized by persistent or recurrent genital pain associated with sexual intercourse.
- Vaginismus: This is a condition involving involuntary muscle spasms in the pelvic floor muscles that can make sexual intercourse painful or impossible.
Treatment
Treatment for sexual disorders typically involves a combination of medical treatment and psychotherapy. Medical treatments may include medications, hormone therapy, or surgery, while psychotherapy may involve cognitive-behavioral therapy, sex therapy, or couples therapy.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Sexual disorders
- Wikipedia's article - Sexual disorders
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