Sex and Sexuality: Questions and Answers for Counsellors and PsychotherapistsISBN: 978-1-86156-495-5
Paperback
160 pages
June 2005
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This book bridges the gap between the counsellor and the specialist
sex therapist, by providing answers to questions raised by patients
or clients about sex, gender and sexuality. It covers physiological
information about genitalia, variations on sexuality, the
differences between men and women in genital sexual arousal and
sexual dysfunctions, an understanding of developmental sexuality
and information as to whether the sex discussed is normal or
pathological. By having a clearer understanding of usual sexual
practices, counsellors can be readily equipped to reassure their
clients, or refer to an appropriate person for specialist referral.
Topics covered include physiological difficulties like erectile problems, ejaculatory difficulties, vaginismus and dyspareunia, and loss of sexual desire; gender problems including cross-dressing, transsexualism and intersex; and psychological problems include sexual addiction, fetishism and unusual sexual practices. These are discussed in the context of individual clients and in couple dynamics, and provide a comprehensive reference for the non-specialist mental health professional.