Sexuality through the life-cycle - Sexual arousal disorders

1. Sexual arousal involves both physiological and
psychological factors.
2. Physiologically, vaginal lubrication occurs during
the excitement phase of the sexual response cycle.
3. Prevalence of this disorder varies by population
studied. Women with cancer have high rates of
arousal disorders, as do those who have a history
of sexual abuse or trauma.
4. Treatment approaches frequently include sensate
focus techniques and training in masturbation.
Other therapists recommend assertiveness
training for women who have been non-initiators
of sexual intimacy.

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