Abstract Introduction Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder (HSDD) is defined in the
Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fourth Edition, Revised (DSM-IV-TR) …

Objectives To determine the relationship between the use of combined oral contraceptives
(COCs) and sexual desire based on a systematic review of the literature. Methods MEDLINE …

Introduction A committee of five was convened to update the chapter on women's sexual
dysfunctions from the perspective of diagnostic issues, pathophysiology, assessment, and …

This award-winning book “offers a thorough compilation of what modern science, from
biomechanics to neurochemistry, knows about the secrets of orgasm”(Publishers Weekly) …

OBJECTIVE: The objective of this study was to compare cycle control, tolerability and sexual
well-being with the use of three hormonal contraceptives. METHODS: In this prospective …

Introduction Hormonal contraception is available worldwide in many different forms. Fear of
side effects and health concerns are among the main reasons for not using contraceptives or …

ABSTRACT Introduction Oral contraceptives (OCs) have been the preferred method of birth
control because of their high rate of effectiveness. OC use, however, has been associated …

Steroid hormones influence different aspects of brain function, including development,
neurogenesis, neuronal excitability, and plasticity, thus affecting emotional states, cognition …

Introduction Almost half of all pregnancies in the United States are unintentional, unplanned,
or mistimed. Most unplanned pregnancies result from inconsistent, incorrect, or nonuse of a …

Among the components of a healthy life, sexuality is essential, contributing to both the
psychophysical and social well-being of women and, consequently, to their quality of life. A …