Comparison of female sexual functions among various psychiatric morbidities
Journal Title: Medpulse International Journal of Psychology - Year 2018, Vol 6, Issue 2
Abstract
Background: The prevalence of sexual dysfunctions is higher in females with mental disorders, particularly those treated with psychotropic medications. Psychiatric disease is the most important risk factor for women’s sexual dysfunction. Aim: To assess sexual dysfunction in female patients with major psychiatric morbidities such as schizophrenia, bipolar affective disorder and depression. Material and Methods: A total of 13 female patients with psychiatric morbidities were assessed for sexual dysfunction, and screened and diagnosed using the ICD 10 criteria, CSFQ-F-C, CGI-S scales and FSFI. Results: There were4 (31%) cases of schizophrenia, 5 (39%) cases of Unipolar depression, 2 (15%) cases of bipolar depression and 2 (15%) cases of Mania. Mean score in schizophrenia and depression was low(p<0.05) in all the function domains. Mean scores were lowest in cases with depression. However, in mania cases, the mean scores were higher in domains of orgasm and satisfaction. Conclusion: Knowledge of sexual dysfunctions in females with psychiatric morbidities, help the clinicians to make needed inquiries and treatment recommendations.
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Sajal Ashish Nag, Jyoti Shetty
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