The Science of Sexual Arousal

Sexual dysfunctions, disorders in which people cannot respond normally in key areas of sexual functioning, make it difficult or impossible to enjoy sexual intercourse and a satisfying sexual relationship, which often leads to sexual frustration, guilt, loss of self-esteem, and interpersonal problems. Men and women experience sexual arousal differently, both physiologically and psychologically. Now, psychologists are gaining new insights into sexual arousal with the help of innovative research methods that can help both men and women.

http://www.apa.org/monitor/apr03/arousal.aspx

After reading the American Psychological Association Monitor article, “The Science of Sexual Arousal,” consider the question(s) below. Then “submit” your response.

Question 1

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Question 2

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Question 3

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One possible answer might be that those most vulnerable would be individuals high in inhibition-proneness.

Question 4

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One possible answer might be that such areas of research are not deemed as important a field of research as sex-related issues such as HIV and AIDS. There might also still be a stigma as still being taboo.