The only characteristic associated with sexual aversion disorder is the extreme aversion to genital sexual contact with a partner and avoidance of any touching or communication that might lead to sexual involvement.
A type of sexual dysfunction in which a person experiences significant aversion to/avoidance of sexual stimulation.
Sexual aversion disorder is defined as persistent or recurrent extreme aversion to, and avoidance of, all or almost all, genital sexual contact with a sexual partner. This is the most severe form of sexual desire disorder. It involves a fear of sexual intercourse and an intense desire to avoid sexual situations completely.
There are two types of sexual aversion disorders:
The only characteristic associated with sexual aversion disorder is the extreme aversion to genital sexual contact with a partner and avoidance of any touching or communication that might lead to sexual involvement.
There are very few statistics on the prevalence of sexual aversion disorder. Individuals are usually diagnosed with this disorder in their early 20s. Sexual aversion disorder is especially prevalent in women with a history of sexual trauma, such as rape, incest, and molestation. It is also more common in women who show signs of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Unfortunately, very little is known about the prevalence of sexual aversion disorders in men versus women.
Fortunately, sexual aversion disorder treatment can be very successful.
Sexual aversion disorder is usually treated with anxiety-reduction techniques like systematic desensitization. Other techniques like cognitive restructuring and psychosexual education can be used. Medications and sex therapy can also be used. In addition, incorporating multiple treatment forms from physicians, psychologists, sex therapists, and maybe even a physical therapist, can be used. This is called “Integrative Treatment”.