Dissociative Disorders Overview

A sexual dysfunction characterized by a recurring delay or absence of orgasm despite adequate sexual stimulation and desire.

A sexual dysfunction characterized by pain during intercourse.

The condition was present since the individual first became sexually active.

The condition appeared after a period of normal sexual function.

The sexual dysfunction occurs in all situations and with all partners.

The sexual dysfunction occurs only in specific situations or with certain partners.

The sexual dysfunction causes mild discomfort or distress.

The sexual dysfunction causes severe discomfort or distress.

A disorder marked by persistent discomfort or trouble during sexual intercourse, particularly when experiencing vaginal penetration or attempts.

A clinician assesses the individual's overall health, age, and cultural context to determine if their concerns about sexual activity are valid.

A common sexual dysfunction characterized by consistent and rapid ejaculation within approximately one minute following vaginal penetration.

The onset of premature ejaculation can either be present throughout the individual's sexual life or develop later after a period of normal sexual function.

A sexual dysfunction characterized by a persistent or recurrent lack of sexual thoughts, desires, or fantasies leading to significant distress.

Premature ejaculation can impact all types of sexual stimulation, situations, and partners, or it can be specific to certain circumstances.

The severity of premature ejaculation is categorized based on the level of distress associated with the condition, ranging from mild discomfort to extreme distress.

A type of sexual dysfunction where a man experiences ejaculation within 30 seconds to 1 minute after vaginal penetration, causing distress.

A type of sexual dysfunction where a man experiences ejaculation within 15-30 seconds after vaginal penetration, causing distress.

The experience of premature ejaculation is a complex concern, impacting approximately 75-100% of occasions during sexual activity.

A severe type of premature ejaculation where a man ejaculates within 15 seconds of penetration, leading to significant personal distress.

Mood disorder characterized by persistent low mood, loss of interest, and changes in sleep, appetite, and energy levels. It can affect sexual function.

A mental health condition involving excessive anxiety and worry, impacting overall well-being and often resulting in decreased sexual desire and function.

Stressful situations like work demands, financial troubles, or daily challenges can negatively impact sexual desire and performance.

Past experiences of sexual abuse or trauma can significantly affect sexual function and desire.

A mental health disorder characterized by psychotic symptoms (delusions, hallucinations, disorganized speech) and mood episodes (depression or mania) that occur simultaneously. The psychotic symptoms must be present for at least two weeks in the absence of a major mood episode.

A mental health disorder that involves a significant impairment in an individual's ability to engage in normal daily functioning. Symptoms include delusions, hallucinations, disorganized speech and behavior, and negative symptoms such as flat affect. Symptoms must persist for at least 6 months, including the prodromal and residual phases.

A type of delusion where an individual believes that their spouse or partner is unfaithful. It is often characterized by obsessive thoughts and behaviors related to suspicion and jealousy.

A type of delusion where an individual believes that they are being conspired against or persecuted by others. This can manifest in various ways, such as believing that people are watching them, talking about them, or trying to harm them.

A type of delusion where an individual has false beliefs regarding their bodily functions or sensations. These delusions can vary widely, but commonly involve concerns about physical health, appearance, or internal processes.

A mental health disorder characterized by symptoms similar to schizophrenia, but with a shorter duration (at least one month, but less than six). The symptoms include delusions, hallucinations, disorganized speech and behavior, and negative symptoms.

A type of sexual dysfunction where a person experiences a persistent or recurrent delay or inability to ejaculate despite adequate sexual stimulation and desire. It can occur in various situations or with different partners.

A type of sexual dysfunction characterized by significant disturbances in sexual response and pleasure. It can manifest in various ways, such as difficulty becoming aroused, reaching orgasm, or experiencing sexual satisfaction. It can be generalized or situational, and can occur with different partners.

A mental health disorder characterized by patterns of thinking, feeling, and behaving that differ significantly from cultural expectations and cause distress or impairment in social, occupational, or other important areas of life.

A cluster of personality disorders characterized by odd, eccentric, and unusual behaviors.

A mental health disorder characterized by a pervasive pattern of distrust and suspicion of others.

A mental health disorder characterized by a pervasive pattern of detachment from social relationships and restricted emotional expression.

A mental health disorder characterized by a pervasive pattern of discomfort with and avoidance of social situations, hypersensitivity to rejection or criticism, and a belief that they are incompetent or socially inadequate.

A mental health disorder characterized by a pervasive pattern of excessive emotionality and attention-seeking.

A mental health disorder characterized by a pervasive pattern of grandiosity, a need for admiration, and a lack of empathy for others.

The co-occurrence of two or more disorders in the same individual.

A sexual urge characterized by intense arousal from exposing one's genitals to an unsuspecting person, lasting at least 6 months and often involving fantasies, urges, or behaviors.

A sexual disorder involving intense and recurring sexual arousal that occurs for at least 6 months from touching or rubbing against a nonconsenting person, typically involving fantasies, urges, or behaviors.

The individual experiencing the arousal and/or acting on the urges must be at least 18 years of age.

Individuals with this disorder either act upon their sexual urges without consent from the observed person, or they experience significant distress or impairment in social, occupational, or other important areas of functioning due to these urges or fantasies.

Individuals with Exhibitionistic Disorder experience intense and recurring sexual arousal from exposing their genitals to an unsuspecting person.

Fantasies, urges, or behaviors related to exposing one's genitals to an unsuspecting person are present for at least 6 months to qualify for a diagnosis of Exhibitionistic Disorder.

The term "voyeur" comes from the French word "voir", meaning "to see".

A person experiencing exhibitionistic urges or behaviors is considered to have Scopophilia, a term referring to the sexual pleasure derived from watching others.