Sexual Dysfunctions and Paraphilic Disorders

What is Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder?

A lack of interest in sexual activity prior to and during sexual activity.

What is Sexual Aversion?

An extreme and irrational fear of sexual activity.

Define Erectile Dysfunction.

A consistent or recurring lack of an erection sufficiently rigid for penetrative sex for a period of 3 months.

What characterizes Female Orgasmic Disorder?

The absence, marked delay, or diminished intensity of orgasm.

What is Premature Ejaculation?

A pattern of ejaculations within 1 minute and an inability to delay ejaculations.

Name a chronic illness that may cause sexual dysfunction.

Cancer.

What type of medications can lead to sexual dysfunctions?

*SSRIs and antihypertensive medications.

SSRIs (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors) can lead to decreased libido, delayed orgasm, or anorgasmia. Antihypertensive medications, such as beta-blockers and diuretics, may cause erectile dysfunction and reduced sexual desire

What disability might affect sexual function?

Spinal cord injury.

How can cultural influences affect sexual dysfunction?

Through a sexual double standard, performance anxiety, or negative childhood learning.

What individual factors may contribute to sexual dysfunction?

Self-concept, sexual knowledge and attitudes, emotional difficulties, sexual abuse and assault

What relationship factors can lead to sexual dysfunction?

Ineffective communication and fears about pregnancy & STIs

What is the Sensate Focus treatment?

A process of touching and communication used to enhance sexual pleasure and reduce performance pressure.

Describe the Stop-Start Method/Squeeze Technique.

A technique for delaying ejaculation during sexual activity. It involves alternating between stimulation and stopping, or squeezing the penis, to manage arousal levels.

What is one medical treatment for erectile dysfunction?

Viagra, which helps increase blood flow to the penis and helps to achieve and maintain an erection.

What is Fetishism?

Sexual arousal associated with focus on inanimate object or body part.

What does Transvestic Disorder refer to?

• refers to the experience of sexual arousal from cross-dressing, typically involving wearing clothing traditionally associated with the opposite gender.

Define Sexual Sadism

Sexual arousal associated with the infliction of pain on others.

What is Sexual Masochism?

Sexual arousal through receiving physical or psychological pain. This involves deriving pleasure from experiencing suffering, humiliation, or bondage during sexual activity.

What is Autoerotic Asphyxia?

Enhancement of sexual arousal by oxygen deprivation.

This often involves strangulation or suffocation and can lead to heightened sexual pleasure but carries significant risks, including death.

What does Klismaphilia involve?

Sexual pleasure associated with receiving enemas.

This paraphilia often includes fantasies or practices involving the introduction of liquids into the rectum for sexual arousal.

What are Coprophilia and Urophilia?

Sexual arousal associated with contact with feces or urine, respectively.

What is Exhibitionism?

Sexual arousal associated with exposing one's genitals to an unwilling observer.

• often includes the act of revealing oneself in public settings for sexual gratification, typically involving a desire for shock or surprise in the observer.

What is Voyeurism?

Sexual arousal associated with observing naked bodies or the sexual activities of people without their consent.

• It often involves watching others engage in sexual acts or undress, typically without their knowledge, and is closely related to the desire for secrecy and thrill.

What does Frotteurism entail?

Obtaining sexual pleasure by pressing or rubbing against a non-consenting person in a crowded public place, where the act can remain unnoticed.

What is Zoophilia?

Sexual contact between humans and animals.

It involves a strong sexual attraction to animals and can lead to sexual acts, often raising ethical and legal concerns.

Define Necrophilia

Sexual gratification obtained by viewing or having intercourse with a corpse.

*Raises significant ethical and moral issues

How can vibrators be used to treat sexual dysfunction?

Vibrators can enhance sexual arousal, improve blood flow to the genital area, and help individuals learn about their bodies, potentially alleviating issues such as arousal disorders or lack of sexual desire.

How can SSRIs and NDRI/testosterone treat sexual dysfunction?

SSRIs can help manage premature ejaculation and improve overall mood, while NDRIs and testosterone may address low libido and enhance sexual performance by balancing neurotransmitters and hormone levels.

Other possible treaments?

Therapy (counseling), self-awareness, and communication