title: [Vaginismus].
abstract: This paper defines vaginismus in depth, discusses therapeutic options with emphasis on the psycho-therapeutic approach in combination with behavioural therapy. Of 26 couples completing such treatment, 22 (85%) on completion were able to achieve full penetrative intercourse without discomfort and reported greater fulfillment in their sexual relationship. Although not all wanted to conceive, seven have since reported a pregnancy.
authors.affiliation: Rotunda Hospital, Dublin.
authors.forename: C M
authors.initials: CM
authors.lastname: Harrison
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D001155:Art Therapy; D001521:Behavior Therapy / Q000379:methods*; D004414:Dyspareunia / Q000523:psychology / Q000628:therapy*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged; D011247:Pregnancy; D011256:Pregnancy Outcome; D012731:Sex Counseling / Q000379:methods*; D016896:Treatment Outcome
vernacular_title: Le vaginisme.