Sexual dysfunction is a topic that is very rarely talked about in the public eye. Our society is exceptionally sexualized through advertisements, and even general social gatherings are fueled with sexual intentions. It is almost taboo for our society to think that people have troubles with sexuality or intimacy, but in fact it is not that uncommon. The articles below all have a unique perspective that informs the public of sexual dysfunction in one way or another. This paper will primarily be written about sexual dysfunction in women, but it is important to remember that men also have troubles with sexual function. I believe that through reading these articles, it will give the general public awareness on the topic, and bring them one step
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281). This is an important fact, because it shows those who suffer, as well as those who do not, that sexual dysfunction can develop for a number of reasons. From aging and menopause and decreased hormone levels, to depression and negative body image, to religious morals and impactful life stages; anyone of these has been shown to cause sexual dysfunction (Faubion & Rullo, 2015). This review also includes disorders that are commonly developed, and include the following; female sexual interest / arousal disorder, female orgasmic disorder, and genito pelvic pain / penetration disorder (Faubion & Rullo, 2015). Each one of these disorders has distinct, and all the more painful, characteristics and symptoms. Female sexual interest / arousal disorder is commonly known as the “lack of motivation and psychological process of sexual desire and arousal” (Foubian & Rullo, 2015, p. 283). If one of the aspects is not involved, it is not technically considered sexual dysfunction, but …show more content…
This article was published in 2009 in the Journal of Sex Research. It is important to mention beforehand that this type of therapy is one of many options, and those options are readily available for people who have the means and motivation to participate. The purpose of this writing is to inform those suffering with sexual dysfunction, of the benefits of using self-help therapy as an alternative form of therapy (Lankveld, 2009). This
281). This is an important fact, because it shows those who suffer, as well as those who do not, that sexual dysfunction can develop for a number of reasons. From aging and menopause and decreased hormone levels, to depression and negative body image, to religious morals and impactful life stages; anyone of these has been shown to cause sexual dysfunction (Faubion & Rullo, 2015). This review also includes disorders that are commonly developed, and include the following; female sexual interest / arousal disorder, female orgasmic disorder, and genito pelvic pain / penetration disorder (Faubion & Rullo, 2015). Each one of these disorders has distinct, and all the more painful, characteristics and symptoms. Female sexual interest / arousal disorder is commonly known as the “lack of motivation and psychological process of sexual desire and arousal” (Foubian & Rullo, 2015, p. 283). If one of the aspects is not involved, it is not technically considered sexual dysfunction, but …show more content…
This article was published in 2009 in the Journal of Sex Research. It is important to mention beforehand that this type of therapy is one of many options, and those options are readily available for people who have the means and motivation to participate. The purpose of this writing is to inform those suffering with sexual dysfunction, of the benefits of using self-help therapy as an alternative form of therapy (Lankveld, 2009). This