Sexual Dysfunction for ages 18-21

Katie Smith

HE 285-OL

10/7/14

Sexual Response Cycle

1. Excitement (Desire and arousal)

2. Plateau

3. Orgasm

4. Resolution

What is sexual dysfunction?

Any problem that occurs during any phase of sexual response cycle

It prevents the individual or couple from the sexual activity

Dysfunction can be common!

It can affect any gender at any age It is more common in ages 40-65

because of decline due to aging 43% of women have reported some kind

of dysfunction 31% of men have reported it

Types

Desire disorders Lack of sexual desire or interest in sex

Arousal disorders Inability to become physically aroused or

excited during sexual activity Orgasm disorders

Delay or absence of orgasm or climax Pain disorders

Pain during intercourse

Symptoms for men Inability to achieve or maintain an erection

Example: erectile dysfunction Absent or delayed ejaculation despite sexual

stimulation Inability to control timing of ejaculation

Example: premature ejaculation Lack of interest or desire for sex Pain with intercourse Inability to become aroused

Symptoms in women Lack of interest or desire for sex

Example: low libido Inability to achieve orgasm Lack of vaginal lubrication before or during

intercourse Inability to relax vaginal muscles enough to

allow intercourse Pain with intercourse Inability to become aroused

Causes

Physical Diabetes Heart and vascular disease Chronic diseases

Psychological Stress Anxiety Past or present relationship issues

Treatment

Medication Hormone shots, pills, or creams Viagra

Mechanical aids Penile implants, dilators

Sex therapy Behavioral treatments Avoid smoking, drinking, or drug use Psychotherapy

Manage stress, anxiety, and concerns Education and communication

About sex and sexual behaivors Create an open dialogue

Resources http://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases_conditions/hic_An_Overview_of_Sexual_Dysfunction http://www.everydayhealth.com/sexual-health/sexual-dysfunction.aspx