Sexual Aversion Disorder

Sexual Aversion Disorder - Symptom, Cause and Treatment

An avoidance of or aversion to genital sexual contact. Sexual aversion disorder is characterized by an aversion to or avoidance or dismissal of sexual prompts or sexual contact. It may be acquired following sexual or physical abuse or trauma and may be life-long.

Persistent or recurring aversion to or avoidance of sexual activity. The aversion must result in significant distress for the individual and is not better accounted for by another disorder or physical diagnosis. When presented with a sexual opportunity, the individual may experience panic attacks or extreme anxiety.

Cause of a sexual aversion disorder

Physical causes of this problem may originate in the hormonal regulation. The possibility of a-sexual persons is now being investigated. These are those who lack all interest in sexual contact, possibly becausethey lack a certain substance in the body.

There may be a specific aversion, for example to sperm, penises in erection, etc. Sexual violence, during childhood or at a later age, is often the cause of sexual aversion. Stress, alcohol and drug use, fear ofpregnancy, depression and relation problems can cause the aversion to sex.

Symptoms of Sexual Aversion Disorder

Persistent or recurring aversion to or avoidance of sexual activity. The aversion must result in significant distress for the individual and is not better accounted for by another disorder or physical diagnosis. When presented with a sexual opportunity, the individual may experience panic attacks or extreme anxiety.

Treatment of Sexual Aversion Disorder

Typical treatment would involve discovering and resolving underlying conflict or life difficulties. The choice of behavioral or psychodynamic psychotherapy depends on the diagnostic understanding. Marital therapy is indicated if the cause is interpersonal. Panic states can be treated with tricyclic antidepressants, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, monoamine oxidase inhibitors, or benzodiazepines.

 

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