Psychosexual Problems

Question 1

What is a psychosexual issue?

Answer 1

Sexual problem that is psychological in origin, rather than physiological

Question 2

When would you refer someone for a psychosexual problem?

Answer 2

Erectile dysfunction or dyspareunia/vaginismus
Loss of libido/anorgasmia
Emotional effect of having STI
Sexual problems post-child birth, resulting from child birth, after surgery or after sexual abuse

Question 3

When should you suspect a psychosexual problem?

Answer 3

Chronic pelvic or genital pain
Recurrent vaginal/penile discharge
Conception related problems