Sexual Dysfunction

Sexual dysfunction can cover a wide variety of issues in an otherwise healthy interpersonal relationship, and can also be the root cause of the breakdown of that relationship. Most cases of sexual dysfunction can be treated, sometimes as easily as talking over the problems, and in extreme cases by treating it with medication or intensive therapy.

When most people think of sexual dysfunction, they tend to associate it with a physical failing, but in many cases this is simply the symptom of a mental condition such as a phobia or emotionally based problem which causes sexual drive to fail. In such cases the partner will avoid sexual contact with the other, which can exacerbate the condition and cause irreparable damage to the couple.

Other disorders that can be grouped under the definition of sexual dysfunction relate to physical problems. These can include orgasmic disorders in women, some sexual pain disorders in both sexes, or male impotence.

In fact, it is the male sexual dysfunction condition of impotence that has received the most attention in the press in recent years with the introduction of several drugs to the market, most famously Viagra. In all the furore over this wonder drug, female sexual dysfunction took a back seat, but it is also true to say that there are similar drugs on the market to help women with the problems they might have.

All in all, if left unchecked, sexual dysfunction might not cause any real health problems, but it will probably cause significant damage to the relationship, and even be the cause of future psychological problems for the individuals concerned.

One of the biggest problems, and this goes for both men and women, is admitting that a condition exists and subsequently seeking help. Many men will not broach the subject of impotence with their doctor, and will almost never broach the subject at all with their partner, even if it is not they who have the problem.

This leaves the sexual dysfunction on either side as a sticking point in the relationship, and one which will fester until either the relationship dissolves or one of the two decides to do something about it. Dealing with sexual dysfunction needs one person to take the first step – either in getting help for their own problem, or at least opening a dialog with the other party before it is too late.

So, if you recognise yourself, or your partner in any of the above discussions, then perhaps it is time to admit that help is needed and make an appointment, or at least use this site, as well as others, to obtain more information on the subject.

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