Sexology is the interdisciplinary study of human sexuality, including human sexual interests, behaviors and function. The term sexology does not generally refer to the non-scientific study of sexuality, such as political science or social criticism.
In modern sexology, researchers apply tools from several academic fields, such as biology, medicine, psychology, epidemiology, sociology and criminology. Sexologists study sexual development (puberty), sexual orientation, sexual relationships and sexual activity, as well as document the sexualities of special groups; for example, child sexuality, adolescent sexuality, sexuality among the elderly and the disabled. The sexological study of sexual dysfunctions and disorders, including erectile dysfunction, anorgasmia, and pedophilia, are also common.
In modern sexology, researchers apply tools from several academic fields, such as biology, medicine, psychology, epidemiology, sociology and criminology. Sexologists study sexual development (puberty), sexual orientation, sexual relationships and sexual activity, as well as document the sexualities of special groups; for example, child sexuality, adolescent sexuality, sexuality among the elderly and the disabled. The sexological study of sexual dysfunctions and disorders, including erectile dysfunction, anorgasmia, and pedophilia, are also common.
What is Sex Therapy?
Sex Therapy is the application of
professional and ethical skills to deal with the problems of
sexual function of people. It assumes recognition of the
concept that sexuality is of legitimate concern to professionals
and that it is the right of individuals to expect expert knowledge
when seeking remedies with sexual concerns. Sex Therapists and
Clinical Sexologists focus their specialized skills to help
individuals and/or couples to deal with their sexual concerns.
Why is Sex Therapy Necessary?
Sex therapy is the result of relatively
recent scientific attention to human sexual function and
dysfunction. Out of the increased knowledge of the physiology
and psychology of human sexual behavior has come a new
professional appreciation for human sexual response. At a time in our
society when sexuality is being more openly discussed, we are
beginning to realize how uninformed many people really are
about this important personal topic.
The importance of sexual function for
individuals varies, of course, but for many it is closely tied
in with their total concept of self identity. For these,
problems in sexual function may lead to devaluation of self -
"When I cannot feel good about my sexuality, how can I feel good
about myself?" We are also in a time when marital and family units
seem to be quite vulnerable. Concepts of these traditional
relationships are being reevaluated, challenged and
restructured. Alternatives to marriage are now being more
openly tried and are becoming more widely accepted than at any
other time in our history. Regardless of the structure of the
intimate relationship shared, sexuality serves a valuable function
for most couples. It becomes an expression of caring, not only for
the partner, but for oneself. It can become a powerful
bonding element in a relationship, which, in today's society,
must withstand considerable demands on time, energy and
commitment. Dissatisfaction with the sexual relationship and
the loss of that shared intimacy, in many instances, may lead
to negative feelings and attitudes which are destructive to the
relationship. Many marriages end therefore, because of unresolved
sexual differences and difficulties.
Who Goes for Sex Therapy?
The sex therapist works with a wide
variety of problems related to sexuality. People seek help
with such problems with arousal (impotence and frigidity), as
well as problems with orgasm (either inability to climax or the
inability to control ejaculation). In addition to seeking
medical evaluation and treatment, many people who experience
painful intercourse also seek the assistance of a sex
therapist. Couples often seek help when it becomes apparent
that differences exist in their sexual desires or when they sense
that their sexual relationship is not growing as they would wish.
The need for additional information, more effective
verbal/physical communication, and for sexual enrichment lead
many couples to the sex therapist's office in their quest to
enhance their intimate relationship.
For Sex Therapy and counseling: Contact: Dr. K V Anand.
Mob: 9995407714. drkvanand@rediffmail.com