Publisher's Synopsis
Complete coverage of The Handbook of Sexual and Gender Identity Disorders provides authoritative coverage of the etiology, diagnosis, and treatment of three major DSM–IV–TR classifications of sexual disorders and gender identity disorders: sexual dysfunctions, gender identity disorders, and paraphilias/atypical sexual behaviors.
The first internationally contributed handbook of its kind, this practical guide provides mental health professionals as well as medical professionals with the latest information in the understanding and treatment of sexual problems and gender identity related disorders. Covering both the medical and mental health related aspects of sexual dysfunctions and gender identity disorders, topics covered include:
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Male sexual arousal disorder
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Female desire disorder
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Female genital pain and its treatment
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Aging and sexuality
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Disease and sexuality
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Gender identity disorders in adults
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Cross–cultural issues in gender identity disorders
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Paraphilic sexual disorders
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Sexual addiction
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Legal and privacy issues surrounding paraphilias
An insightful and unique resource, the Handbook of Sexual and Gender Identity Disorders prepares mental health and medical professionals to more skillfully and compassionately recognize and address the sexual issues of those who seek their help.
