Sexual Disorders Psychopathology Final

Female sexual interest/arousal disorder

Lack of or significantly reduced sexual interest/arousal that causes significant distress

Male hypoactive sexual desire disorder

Little or no interest in any type of sexual activity

Genito-pelvic pain/penetration disorder

In females, difficulty with vaginal penetration during intercourse

Erectile disorder

Difficulty achieving or maintaining an erection

Reasons why healthcare professionals may be less inclined to bring up sexual health

Stigma

Little education

Taboo subject

Psychological disorders that may make someone more vulnerable to sexual sexual dysfunction

Anxiety disorders

Mood disorders

Trauma

Somatic disorders

Substance use disorders

Social/cultural influences on sexual functioning

Learned negative attitudes toward sex and sexuality

Negative sexual experiences

Relationship challenges; dissatisfaction within romantic relationships

Treatment options for sexual dysfunction

Education

Use of dilators

Exposure to erotic material

Medications

Vacuum-pump devices