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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Sexual relationship disorder | |||
| synonyms = | |||
| field = [[Psychiatry]], [[Sexology]] | |||
| symptoms = Difficulty in forming or maintaining [[sexual relationships]] | |||
| complications = [[Anxiety]], [[depression]], [[relationship problems]] | |||
| onset = Varies | |||
| duration = Long-term | |||
| causes = [[Psychological factors]], [[social factors]], [[relationship dynamics]] | |||
| risks = [[Stress]], [[poor communication]], [[unresolved conflicts]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Clinical assessment]], [[psychological evaluation]] | |||
| differential = [[Sexual dysfunction]], [[relationship dissatisfaction]] | |||
| prevention = [[Therapy]], [[counseling]], [[communication skills training]] | |||
| treatment = [[Psychotherapy]], [[couples therapy]], [[sex therapy]] | |||
| medication = [[Antidepressants]], [[anxiolytics]] | |||
| prognosis = Varies, often improves with treatment | |||
| frequency = Common | |||
}} | |||
'''Sexual Relationship Disorder''' is a term used to describe a variety of conditions where an individual's sexual behavior interferes with their ability to form or maintain a healthy [[sexual relationship]]. This can include a range of issues, from [[sexual dysfunction]] to [[sexual addiction]] or [[compulsive sexual behavior]]. | '''Sexual Relationship Disorder''' is a term used to describe a variety of conditions where an individual's sexual behavior interferes with their ability to form or maintain a healthy [[sexual relationship]]. This can include a range of issues, from [[sexual dysfunction]] to [[sexual addiction]] or [[compulsive sexual behavior]]. | ||
==Definition== | ==Definition== | ||
Sexual relationship disorder is not a specific diagnosis in the [[Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders]] (DSM-5), but it is a term often used by clinicians to describe a range of issues that can interfere with sexual relationships. These can include sexual dysfunctions, such as [[erectile dysfunction]] or [[female sexual interest/arousal disorder]], as well as conditions like sexual addiction or compulsive sexual behavior. | Sexual relationship disorder is not a specific diagnosis in the [[Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders]] (DSM-5), but it is a term often used by clinicians to describe a range of issues that can interfere with sexual relationships. These can include sexual dysfunctions, such as [[erectile dysfunction]] or [[female sexual interest/arousal disorder]], as well as conditions like sexual addiction or compulsive sexual behavior. | ||
==Causes== | ==Causes== | ||
The causes of sexual relationship disorder can be complex and multifaceted. They can include physical issues, such as hormonal imbalances or medical conditions, as well as psychological issues, such as [[anxiety]], [[depression]], or [[trauma]]. Social and cultural factors can also play a role, such as societal expectations around sexuality or relationship dynamics. | The causes of sexual relationship disorder can be complex and multifaceted. They can include physical issues, such as hormonal imbalances or medical conditions, as well as psychological issues, such as [[anxiety]], [[depression]], or [[trauma]]. Social and cultural factors can also play a role, such as societal expectations around sexuality or relationship dynamics. | ||
==Treatment== | ==Treatment== | ||
Treatment for sexual relationship disorder typically involves a combination of medical and psychological interventions. This can include medication to address any underlying physical issues, as well as [[psychotherapy]] to address psychological factors. [[Cognitive behavioral therapy]] (CBT) is often used to help individuals change unhealthy patterns of thinking and behavior. In some cases, couples therapy may also be beneficial. | Treatment for sexual relationship disorder typically involves a combination of medical and psychological interventions. This can include medication to address any underlying physical issues, as well as [[psychotherapy]] to address psychological factors. [[Cognitive behavioral therapy]] (CBT) is often used to help individuals change unhealthy patterns of thinking and behavior. In some cases, couples therapy may also be beneficial. | ||
==See also== | ==See also== | ||
* [[Sexual dysfunction]] | * [[Sexual dysfunction]] | ||
* [[Sexual addiction]] | * [[Sexual addiction]] | ||
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* [[Cognitive behavioral therapy]] | * [[Cognitive behavioral therapy]] | ||
* [[Couples therapy]] | * [[Couples therapy]] | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
{{reflist}} | {{reflist}} | ||
[[Category:Sexual health]] | [[Category:Sexual health]] | ||
[[Category:Mental health]] | [[Category:Mental health]] | ||
Latest revision as of 00:04, 4 April 2025
| Sexual relationship disorder | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Difficulty in forming or maintaining sexual relationships |
| Complications | Anxiety, depression, relationship problems |
| Onset | Varies |
| Duration | Long-term |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Psychological factors, social factors, relationship dynamics |
| Risks | Stress, poor communication, unresolved conflicts |
| Diagnosis | Clinical assessment, psychological evaluation |
| Differential diagnosis | Sexual dysfunction, relationship dissatisfaction |
| Prevention | Therapy, counseling, communication skills training |
| Treatment | Psychotherapy, couples therapy, sex therapy |
| Medication | Antidepressants, anxiolytics |
| Prognosis | Varies, often improves with treatment |
| Frequency | Common |
| Deaths | N/A |
Sexual Relationship Disorder is a term used to describe a variety of conditions where an individual's sexual behavior interferes with their ability to form or maintain a healthy sexual relationship. This can include a range of issues, from sexual dysfunction to sexual addiction or compulsive sexual behavior.
Definition[edit]
Sexual relationship disorder is not a specific diagnosis in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5), but it is a term often used by clinicians to describe a range of issues that can interfere with sexual relationships. These can include sexual dysfunctions, such as erectile dysfunction or female sexual interest/arousal disorder, as well as conditions like sexual addiction or compulsive sexual behavior.
Causes[edit]
The causes of sexual relationship disorder can be complex and multifaceted. They can include physical issues, such as hormonal imbalances or medical conditions, as well as psychological issues, such as anxiety, depression, or trauma. Social and cultural factors can also play a role, such as societal expectations around sexuality or relationship dynamics.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for sexual relationship disorder typically involves a combination of medical and psychological interventions. This can include medication to address any underlying physical issues, as well as psychotherapy to address psychological factors. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is often used to help individuals change unhealthy patterns of thinking and behavior. In some cases, couples therapy may also be beneficial.
See also[edit]
- Sexual dysfunction
- Sexual addiction
- Compulsive sexual behavior
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Couples therapy
References[edit]
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