Sexual Function and Body Image in Women with Disorders of Sexual Development

2006 ◽  
Vol 19 (2) ◽  
pp. 147-147
Author(s):  
S GROVER ◽  
MURDOCHCHILDRENSRESEARCHINSTIT
Keyword(s):  
Body Image ◽  
Sexual Function ◽  
Sexual Development ◽  
Disorders Of Sexual Development

Disorders of Sexual Development in Newborns

Neonatology ◽  
2017 ◽  
pp. 1-25
Author(s):  
Antonio Balsamo ◽  
Paolo Ghirri ◽  
Silvano Bertelloni ◽  
Rosa T. Scaramuzzo ◽  
Franco D’Alberton ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Development ◽  
Disorders Of Sexual Development

Ethical Aspects in the Care of Intersex Patients

2015 ◽  
Author(s):  
Timothy F. Murphy
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Development ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Psychological Effects ◽  
Adult Patients ◽  
Ethical Aspects ◽  
Disorders Of Sexual Development ◽  
Intersex Condition ◽  
Body Modifications ◽  
Health And Well Being

People with intersex conditions have male-typical and female-typical traits, to varying degrees in genetics and anatomy. Because of these variations, people with intersex conditions or disorders of sexual development can face difficulties related to their identities and relationships. As a matter of ethics, clinicians should exhibit humane behavior toward patients of all ages as they explore the meaning of their intersex condition for their health and well-being. Clinicians can also help families understand the meaning of that condition for their children and themselves. Clinicians will also have responsibilities toward child, adolescent, and adult patients bearing on the psychological effects of body modifications taken to normalize their sexual appearance. In addition, clinicians will have the responsibility to address the effects of body modifications hoped for by the patient. Observance of confidentiality is key in relationships with intersex patients.

scholarly journals Obesity, Body Image Dissatisfaction, and Sexual Dysfunction: A Narrative Review

Sexes ◽  
2022 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 20-39
Author(s):  
Sean M. McNabney
Keyword(s):  
Body Image ◽  
Sexual Dysfunction ◽  
Sexual Function ◽  
Adult Population ◽  
Body Image Dissatisfaction ◽  
The United States ◽  
The Body ◽  
Narrative Review ◽  
Health Concern ◽  
Clinical Samples

With approximately two-thirds of the United States adult population classified as overweight or obese, obesity remains a critical public health concern. Obesity not only contributes to several health complications including type 2 diabetes mellitus and cardiovascular disease, but the condition is also associated with sexual dysfunction in both women and men. Despite evidence linking obesity and its concomitant pathophysiology to sexual problems, the potential roles of psychosocial factors such as body image are understudied. This narrative review evaluates the research linkages between obesity and sexual dysfunction, with particular attention to the potential effects of body image dissatisfaction. A literature search of biomedical and psychological databases was used to identify research pertaining to obesity, sexual function, and/or body image constructs. The pathophysiological effects of obesity on sexual function are well-documented in mechanistic studies and animal trials, often with corroboration in human clinical samples. However, very few studies examine obesity, body image, and sexual function in tandem. Body image dissatisfaction appears to independently impinge upon the sexual response cycle and mental health outcomes, irrespective of body weight. While obesity is often associated with negative body image appraisal, it is unclear whether these constructs exert additive, synergistic, or antagonistic effects on sexual responsivity. Additionally, overweight/obese individuals who exhibit higher levels of body image satisfaction or self-confidence appear to be protected from the deleterious effects of obesity on sexual satisfaction, at least to some extent. Greater reliance upon conceptual/theoretical models from the body image literature may better clarify the relationships between these constructs.

Classification and Presentation of Disorders of Sexual Development (DSD)

2019 ◽  
pp. 476-485
Author(s):  
Kanthi Bangalore Krishna ◽  
Selma F. Witchel ◽  
Christopher Houk ◽  
Peter Lee
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Development ◽  
Disorders Of Sexual Development
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