Psychiatric illness and sexual function

Int J Impot Res. 1998 May:10 Suppl 2:S131-3; discussion S138-40.

Abstract

Impaired sexual function has been noted to occur in various psychiatric illnesses. In affective disorders, disturbances of libido, erection and orgasm have been reported. Disordered sexual behavior has also been noted in patients with schizophrenia and anorexia nervosa. Clinical speculation suggests that anxiety disorders may also be associated with a higher prevalence of sexual problems.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Female
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Mental Disorders / complications
  • Mental Disorders / psychology*
  • Sexual Dysfunctions, Psychological / complications
  • Sexual Dysfunctions, Psychological / psychology*
  • Sexuality*