Internet-based psychological and oral medical treatment compared to psychological treatment alone for ED.
BACKGROUND
Sexual function through pregnancy and the postpartum period is an important aspect of quality of life. Despite this, prospective studies are limited, and the impact of body image on sexual function has not been explored.


OBJECTIVE
The current study reports on a pilot study that evaluated the effectiveness of a combined Internet-based psychological treatment program and oral medication compared to an Internet-based psychological program.


METHODS
Twelve men with ED participated in the study.


METHODS
Assessments were made pre and postintervention on ED, relationship satisfaction, sexual satisfaction, self-esteem, and quality of life.


RESULTS
Multivariate analyses of variance demonstrated that both treatment conditions showed improvements from pretest to posttest in sexual functioning, relationships, and personal well-being.


CONCLUSIONS
This study indicates the importance of targeting psychological and relationship variables in the treatment of ED. Further research with larger numbers of participants is necessary for a more rigorous evaluation of treatment programs that combine psychological and medication interventions for ED.
School of Psychology, Deakin University, Melbourne, Vic, Australia. marita.mccabe@deakin.edu.au
Marita
M
McCabe
Emily
E
Price
D000223:Adaptation, Psychological; D000704:Analysis of Variance; D007172:Erectile Dysfunction / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000628:therapy*; D006801:Humans; D020407:Internet; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D015999:Multivariate Analysis; D017060:Patient Satisfaction / Q000706:statistics & numerical data*; D010726:Phosphodiesterase Inhibitors / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D010865:Pilot Projects; D011594:Psychometrics; D011613:Psychotherapy; D011788:Quality of Life; D012307:Risk Factors; D012725:Sexual Behavior / Q000706:statistics & numerical data*; D013315:Stress, Psychological / Q000628:therapy; D011795:Surveys and Questionnaires; D013997:Time Factors
D010726:Phosphodiesterase Inhibitors