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Physiology
Post-Graduate
05/04/2008

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Term
What is sexual dysfunctions
Definition
sexual dysfunction is a disturbance in the process that characterize the sexual response cycle or pain associated with sexual intercourse
Term
what are the the sexual response cycle phases:
Definition
Desire
This phase consists of fantasies about sexual activity and the desire to have sexual activity

Excitement
This phase consists of a subjective sense of sexual pleasure and accompanying physiological changes.

Orgasm
This phase consists of a peaking of sexual pleasure, with release of sexual tension and rhythmic contraction of the perineal muscles and reproductive organs,

Resolution:
This phase consists of a sense of muscular relaxation and general well-being.
Term
WHAT is Hyperactive Sexual Desire
Definition
Abuse or deficiency of fantasies and desire for sexual experience
Term
Sexual & Gender Identity Disorder falls under

1 Sexual Dysfunction
2 Paraphilias
3 Gender Identity Disorders
4 Sexual Disorders NOS


Sexual Dysfunction can occur?
Definition
Desire, Excitement or Orgasm or Resolution Phases

Lifelong versus acquired

Generalized versus situational
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