PSY 245 Lecture Notes - Lecture 30: Biopsychosocial Model, Masturbation, Psy
1 Dec 2020
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Only small genetic component: 50% of identical twins raised together do not share the same sexual orientation. Pain associated with sex can lead to additional dysfunction. Must be present for 6+ months and lead to impairment or distress in order to be considered a disorder. Sexual difficulties are extremely common and not always distressing. One study: 40% of men had some difficulty with erection/ejaculation, Males and females experience parallel versions of most dysfunctions. Erectile disorder: difficulty achieving or maintaining an erection, sexual desire is usually intact, most common problem for which men seek treatment, prevalence increases with age, 60% of men over 6- experience erectile dysfunction. Lack of or significantly reduced sexual interest/arousal. Reduced pleasure or sensations during almost all sexual encounters. Marked delay, absence, or decreased intensity of orgasm in almost all sexual encounters. Not explained by relationship distress or other significant stressor. 1 in 4 women has significantly difficulty achieving orgasm.
