Sexual Disorders Flashcards
What is the most common type of sexual dysfunction?
premature ejaculation in males, orgasm disorder in females
How do neurotransmitters effect sexual function?
DA: reward circuits
NE: Arousal
5HT: Sexual inhibition
Discuss Hypoactive Sexual Desire
Results from depression; Excessive 5HT or decreased DA
Discuss Sexual Arousal Disorder
In young males its usually psychological (impotence). In females its inability to maintain lubrication.
Discuss Orgasm disorder
Delay in or absence of orgasm after normal excitement. Premature ejaculation in men.
What are the two types of Sexual Pain Disorder?
Dyspareunia (usually medical causes)
Vaginismus: involuntary muscle constriction of vagina
Which antidepressant has the fewest side effects?
Bupropion
How is Priapism treated?
Trazodone
What are the different types of Paraphillias?
Exhibitionism: Urge to expose genitals
Fetishism: Sexual focus on objects associated with human body
Frotteurism: Rubbing penis against body of fully chlothed person
Pedophillia