Sex Therapy: Brief Historic and Current Perspectives

Submit Manuscript | http://medcraveonline.com stopped being attributed exclusively to unconscious conflicts, sexology has changed in theoretical, methodological, and diagnostic aspects [1]. Contributions from the various medical specialties, modern psychology, and social constructionism have allowed a broader understanding of the sexual difficulties. Despite the recognized importance of sexual aspects in the quality of life [2], the prevalence of sexually unsatisfied individuals remains high, even according to the most conservative prevalence studies [3]. Being capable of identifying, and treating or appropriately refer patients with sexual dysfunction is paramount in the contemporary clinical activity.