title: Sexual function and dysfunction in women.
abstract: Multiple factors may affect sexual functioning in women, requiring a thorough assessment of all possible etiologies to guide appropriate treatment. Interventions may also be multifaceted, ranging from sex education to psychotherapy to medical treatment. Restoration of sexual functioning is the goal of treatment, but more research is needed for true success to be realized.
authors.affiliation: Department of Psychiatry, University of Virginia Health System, Northridge Building, Suite 210, 2955 Ivy Road, Charlottesville, VA 22903, USA. ahc8v@virginia.edu
authors.forename: Anita H
authors.initials: AH
authors.lastname: Clayton
mesh_terms: D039721:Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders; D004967:Estrogens / Q000378:metabolism; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D009638:Norepinephrine / Q000378:metabolism; D011374:Progesterone / Q000378:metabolism; D012725:Sexual Behavior / Q000502:physiology*; D020018:Sexual Dysfunctions, Psychological / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000378:metabolism / Q000523:psychology*; D013739:Testosterone / Q000378:metabolism
chemical_list: D004967:Estrogens; D013739:Testosterone; D011374:Progesterone; D009638:Norepinephrine