PSYC 235 Chapter Notes - Chapter 4: Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder, Female Sexual Arousal Disorder, Premature Ejaculation
11 Nov 2016
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Desire (lack of desire to have sex) Arousal (erectile dysfunction can be mentally or physically mediated) Hypoactive sexual desire disorders mostly happen in females; mostly females; rarely have sexual fantasies, seldom masturbate, attempt intercourse once a month or less. Men are less likely to report issues related to sexuality. 25% of people also meet criteria for panic disorder. Little interest in sex and fear, panic, or disgust related to physical or sexual contact or thoughts. Sexual desire disorders: men with male hypoactive sexual desire disorder have little or no interest in any type of sexual activity. Often times due to problems within relationship. Erectile disorder is a specific disorder of arousal. Many males with erectile disorder have frequent sexual urges and fantasies and a strong desire to have sex, but experience problems in becoming aroused. Females may also have low interest and/or deficits in arousal, which are reflected in an inability to achieve or maintain adequate lubrication.
