Mental Health and Sexuality

The manner in which people express and experience sexual attraction and emotions is known as sexuality. Mental health related illnesses generally manifest symptoms that affect sexual life, such as impaired desire, arousal or sexual satisfaction. Psychiatric disorders intensely influence and impact compliance, quality of life, and human relationships. Some psychiatric disorders that can deteriorate sexuality are depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders and psychosis. A prominent cause of sexual dysfunction is the use of psychotropic medications. Some of the psychotropic compounds that could lead to sexual dysfunction are antidepressants, antipsychotics, and mood regulators. In recent years, there have been various research advancements in the field of sexuality and mental health. There is a need to understand new emerging pathologies of sexuality. The extensive content of this book provides the readers with a thorough understanding of mental health and sexuality. With its detailed analyses and data, it will prove immensely beneficial to professionals and students involved in this area of study at various levels.