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The DSM-5 has created a standard of categories for sexual disorders to fall into: desire for sex/interest in sex/issues in becoming aroused, problems with 🤬, and pain during sexual activities. Generally speaking, any of these complications should be present for at least six months and be causing noticeable psychological and/or emotional distress before it can be considered a "Sexual Problem" in the diagnostic sense. To elaborate on the categories of primary sexual problems, lack in sexual desire, interest, or arousal could be observed by absence of sexual fantasies, no pleasure from sexual stimulation, and inability to achieve erection for males. Regarding difficulties in orgasming, achieving climax too quickly, too slowly, or not at all could be indicators that something is awry. Pain during intercourse is something primarily experienced by women, and can be indicated by pain or discomfort before or during vaginal penetration or even having a buildup of fear or anxiety about having pain during intercourse. It is important to discuss and normalize the existence of sexual problems because they are actually very common. When people are suffering from these issues, it can be very comforting to understand than many other individuals have experienced the same situations. Owning one's troubles makes a person more likely to seek help, achieve a solution, and eventually live a more happy and satisfied romantic life.

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Do I have a sexual problem?
When determining a sexual problem one may ask themselves this question. Sexual problems are usually self diagnosed. Individuals experiencing these issues usually do not discuss them, whether with a partner or physician. They suffer silently. To be diagnosed an individual must experience problems for at least 6 months  and grouped into three categories: sexual desire, interest, or arousal disorders; disorders of 🤬; sexual pain disorders.
Always speak to a physician if you are experiencing a problem, or have a concern. Communicating with your partner can also help to ease anxiety and stress associated with these problems.

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Sexual Problems and Solutions-Villatoro, C

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Sexual Problems and Solutions-Villatoro, C

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Basic criteria for determining a sexual problem is self diagnosed. People tend not to speak to anyone when they go through a situation involving their sexual life. Sometimes people tend to not even speak to their partners about it due to feeling ashamed. Keeping the sexual problem to yourself only creates stress. Overtime of dealing with the problem most people figure out when the issue happens and the length of time the issue lasts. After six months the issues still persists some things that can help resolve the problem is speaking with your partner about it, let them know how it makes you feel. Speaking to a doctor about the situation can also help resolve the situation by providing answers to the issue. Sometimes without knowing, the situation could be a psychological issue or it could all be physiological. Regardless, seeking help from an expert could help in resolving the problem.

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Sexual Problems and Solutions -- Nataly, F.

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Sexual Problems and Solutions -- Nataly, F.

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Sexual problems are usually self-diagnosed. In fact, according to the text the existence of a sexual problem depends on whether the couple or individual believes that there is one. Aside from couples and individuals "diagnosing" themselves, sexual health professionals and physicians use a more formal method to diagnose. This may include the use of the DSM-5. For something to be diagnosed as a sexual problem by the DSM-5, it must be ongoing for at least 6 months and cause emotional or psychological distress. Duration and context should also be taken into account when diagnosing a sexual problem. In some cases, even relationships and communication between partners should be taken into account to determine if and why there may be a sexual problem. These criteria help because they can help a sexual health professional or physician determine the root cause of the problem. With this information, they may be able to determine which course of treatment may be best or most important for the situation. For example, if they determine that the cause is relationship issues due to poor communication or resentment, they may suggest methods that focus more on the communication aspect of a relationship. But if the cause is psychological (history of abuse, etc.), then they may suggest a different course of treatment.

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Sexual Problems and treatment. Rucker, R

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Sexual Problems and treatment. Rucker, R

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When deciding whether or not you in fact have a sex problem, you need to look at the length the issue has been occurring and if it is a situational or generalized problem.  If the issue has been happening for more than six months and causes a big amount of emotional stress, you can be sure that this is a sexual problem.  Talking to a sexual therapist would be a great way to start working through the problem, finding out whether you need medication, sensate therapy where you stop sexual intercourse and only deal with sensual touch for a certain timeframe, or psychological therapy for past trauma or repressed emotions.  Learning to communicate effectively with your partner can be a great place to start when you are realizing there is a problem in your sex life.  Cognitive behavioral therapy is also sometimes used, along with masturbation therapy and spectatoring, where you step back and watch inwards (yourself) on what does and does not please you.
Rucker, R.

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Sexual Problems and Solutions - Cash, L.

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Sexual Problems and Solutions - Cash, L.

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When evaluating a sexual problem, it is helpful to use the three dimensional model. This investigates the duration of the problem, context, and how often the issue occurs. In addition to this, it could be helpful to look into what category this problem would be under, whether that is sexual arousal, 🤬, or sexual pain. It is also important to take that individual's sex into account. This information, alongside communication with one's partner and doctor, could assist in finding the source of one's sexual problem. This might be a physiological/biological source, individual psychological, or it may have to do with issues within a relationship

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Sexual Problems and Solutions- Kiefer, S. 

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Sexual Problems and Solutions- Kiefer, S. 

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Some of the basic criteria for determining a sexual problem is to ask yourself if you believe there is a problem. If you are having a problem, more than a majority of the time while doing sexual activities for six months or more than you should see a doctor to talk about what you are experiencing. Cognitive behavior therapy with your partner is very helpful in informing a course of treatment. When you are having sexual problems it isn't just something affecting you but it is also affecting your partner too. Pain during sexual intercourse isn't normal, but it can be treated typically successfully by a doctor. It is important to communicate with your partner about what you are feeling while sexual activities are occurring. Sensate focus is a great practice to try as it slowly builds into sexual activities again, because it first makes you just appreciate your partner's body and then builds from there overtime.

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1) What is some of the basic criteria for determining a sexual problem?                   2)How is helpful in informing course of treatment? 

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1) What is some of the basic criteria for determining a sexual problem?                   2)How is helpful in informing course of treatment? 

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