women s health issues
Orgasmic Disorder in Women
Treatment of Orgasmic Disorder in Women
Self-stimulation (masturbation) Psychological therapies or sex therapy Doctors may encourage women to learn what type of touch is pleasurable and arousing by trying self-stimulation (masturbation). Doctors may also suggest increasing the type and intensity of other stimuli, including fantasy, role playing, videos, pictures, written materials, and sounds. Other techniques that may help include relaxation techniques and sensate focus exercises. In sensate focus exercises, partners take turns touching each other in pleasurable ways. Couples may try using more or different stimuli, such as a vibrator, fantasy, or erotic videos. A vibrator may be especially useful when there is nerve damage. Learning more about the woman's anatomy and ways to arouse her may help. For some women, incorporating stimulation of the clitoris may be all that is needed. Psychological therapies may help women identify and manage anxiety about sexual performance and issues of trusting a partner. These therapies include psychotherapy, cognitive-behavior therapy, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, and sex therapy. Psychotherapy and cognitive-behavior therapy may be useful for women with a history of sexual trauma or who have psychological disorders. These therapies may help women identify and manage fear of vulnerability and issues of trust with a partner. Practicing mindfulness (focusing on what is happening in the moment) can help women pay attention to sexual sensations, without making judgments about or monitoring what is happening. Sex therapy often helps women and their partner deal with issues that affect their sexual life, such as specific sexual problems and their relationship with their partner. If a Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) (SSRI) is the cause, adding There is no recommended medication for female orgasmic disorder. 