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Which symptom is characteristic of Sexual Interest/Arousal Disorder?
What is a common symptom of Erectile Disorder?
In what type of Sexual Interest/Arousal Disorder is there a lack of interest in internal/external sexual cues?
What is a feature of Genito-Pelvic Pain/Penetration Disorder?
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Which symptom is not typically associated with Erectile Disorder?
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What distinguishes Lifelong Type from Acquired Type in Sexual Interest/Arousal Disorder?
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What is a common biological factor associated with sexual interest/arousal disorder?
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Which of the following is NOT a potential psychological factor contributing to erectile disorder?
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What is a possible biological cause of retrograde ejaculation?
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Which therapy might include the 'Squeeze Technique' for managing sexual disorders?
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Which disorder is characterized by delayed/infrequent/absent orgasm after normal sexual arousal in females?
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What is a common psychological factor associated with genito-pelvic pain/penetration disorder?
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What is a common pharmacotherapy intervention for Lack of/Reduced sexual interest/arousal disorder?
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Which type of disorder is characterized by a lack of interest in sexual activity that only occurs in specific situations or with certain partners?
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What is a common psychotherapy intervention for Lack of/Reduced sexual interest/arousal disorder?
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Which pharmacotherapy intervention involves the direct injection of vasodilating drugs into the penis?
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What type of situation does the Generalized Type of Lack of/Reduced sexual interest disorder refer to?
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Study Notes
Sexual Dysfunction Disorders
- Female Sexual Interest/Arousal Disorder is characterized by absent or reduced sexual interest or arousal, as manifest by at least 3 of the following symptoms:
- Absent or reduced interest in sexual activity
- No or reduced sexual or erotic thoughts or fantasies
- No initiation of sexual activity or unreceptive to a partner's attempts to initiate
- Absent or reduced sexual excitement or pleasure during sexual activity
- Absent or reduced sexual interest or arousal in response to internal or external sexual or erotic cues
- Criterion A has persisted for at least 6 months and can be specified as Lifelong Type, Acquired Type, Generalized Type, or Situational Type, with a current severity of Mild, Moderate, or Severe
Erectile Disorder
- Characterized by marked difficulty in obtaining or maintaining an erection during sexual activity
- Criterion A has persisted for at least 6 months and can be specified as Lifelong Type, Acquired Type, Generalized Type, or Situational Type, with a current severity of Mild, Moderate, or Severe
- Factors contributing to Erectile Disorder include low oxytocin levels, low serotonin and dopamine levels, performance anxiety, and stress
Genito-Pelvic Pain/Penetration Disorder
- Characterized by persistent or recurrent difficulties with one or more of the following:
- Vaginal penetration during intercourse
- Marked vulvovaginal or pelvic pain during vaginal intercourse or penetration attempts
- Criterion A has persisted for at least 6 months and can be specified as Lifelong Type, Acquired Type, Generalized Type, or Situational Type, with a current severity of Mild, Moderate, or Severe
Delayed Ejaculation (Orgasm)
- Characterized by marked delay or infrequency or absence of ejaculation
- Criterion A has persisted for at least 6 months and can be specified as Lifelong Type, Acquired Type, Generalized Type, or Situational Type, with a current severity of Mild, Moderate, or Severe
- Factors contributing to Delayed Ejaculation include low thyroid or testosterone levels, birth defects, injury to pelvic nerves, and retrograde ejaculation
Female Orgasmic Disorder
- Characterized by delayed or infrequent or absent orgasm or markedly decreased intensity of orgasm after a normal sexual arousal phase
- Criterion A has persisted for at least 6 months and can be specified as Lifelong Type, Acquired Type, Generalized Type, or Situational Type, with a current severity of Mild, Moderate, or Severe
- Factors contributing to Female Orgasmic Disorder include damage to genital sensory or autonomic nerves or pathways, low serotonin levels, and stress
Treatment and Interventions
- Pharmacotherapy: SSRIs, sildenafil, Levitra, Cialis, and injection of vasodilating drugs
- Behavioral Therapy: Squeeze Technique, Stop, Start, or Pause Procedure
- Psychotherapy: Providing basic education about sexual functioning, altering deep-seated myths, increasing communication, sensate focus, and nondemand pleasuring
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Description
Test your knowledge on the symptoms of Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder (HSDD). This quiz covers the signs of reduced interest in sexual activity, absent sexual thoughts or fantasies, lack of initiation, and decreased pleasure during sexual encounters.
