Introduction There is a lack of theoretical and empirical knowledge on how sexual desire
functions and interacts in a relationship. Aim To present an overview of the current …

Objective: Sexual interest/arousal disorder (SIAD) is the most prevalent sexual dysfunction
in women. Our goal was to compare (a) group mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) …

Sexual dysfunctions (SD; eg, female sexual interest/arousal disorder, erectile disorder,
female orgasmic disorder, delayed ejaculation, genito-pelvic pain/penetration disorder, etc.) …

Background Yoga practice can increase blood flow in the genital area, increase muscular
strength, and improve body perception, which is related to sexual function. This study aimed …

Vaginal dryness (VD) affects both pre-and postmenopausal women at any age. Since the
hormonal regulation changes during the climacteric period are considered as being the …

Background Couples in long-term relationships often face sexual challenges (eg, sexual
response difficulties) that may disrupt their typical sexual routine or sexual script. Individuals …

This first chapter addresses one of the most perplexing issues confronting sex therapy today:
the nature of female sexual desire. Existing somewhere in the intersection of motivation …

Intimate partners experience more negative emotion in response to sexual versus
nonsexual conflicts in their relationship. Negative emotions hinder communication and …

According to the incentive motivation model, sexual desire does not occur spontaneously
but can be triggered by sexual stimuli and stems from one's experience of sexual arousal …

Background Sexual aversion (SA) is a chronic difficulty impacting sexual, relational and
psychological wellbeing. Yet, there is a dearth of studies exploring its prevalence and …