Table 13-1: table: 13-1Dx Checklist

Male Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder

1.

For at least 6 months, individual repeatedly experiences few or no sexual thoughts, fantasies, or desires.

2.

Individual experiences significant distress about this.

Female Sexual Interest/Arousal Disorder

1.

For at least 6 months, individual usually displays reduced or no sexual interest and arousal, characterized by the reduction or absence of at least three of the following: • Sexual interest • Sexual thoughts or fantasies • Sexual initiation or receptiveness • Excitement or pleasure during sex • Responsiveness to sexual cues • Genital or nongenital sensations during sex.

2.

Individual experiences significant distress.

(Information from: APA, 2013.)