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Review
. 1998 Nov 28;317(7171):1509-12.
doi: 10.1136/bmj.317.7171.1509.

ABC of sexual problems: management of sexual problems

M Ramage
Review

ABC of sexual problems: management of sexual problems

M Ramage. BMJ. .
No abstract available

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Man, Woman and Fish by Emily Young
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The sexual arousal circuit, a schematic representation of the factors that can positively or negatively affect the sexual response in the body, the mind, and the emotions
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The third break point in the sexual arousal circuit occurs when the mind is too busy for the individual to relax and become aroused
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Counselling can uncover and help resolve hidden conflicts or long denied anger and grief
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By modifying the stimulation in masturbatory exercises, a man with premature ejaculation can learn to slow his response. (Studies of masturbation from Love (1911) by Mihaly von Zichy)
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Partners can be assigned tasks to enable them to resolve their difficulties in the privacy of their own home (Athenian cup painting by Douris, 500-460 bc)
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In sensate focus the couple explore each other’s bodies by touching, stroking, and caressing. (Antoine et Cleopatre (c. 1602) by Agostino Carracci)
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Tension rings can maintain an erection for up to 30 minutes when placed at the base of the penis
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Carrier oils, as used in aromatherapy and massage, can be used as an alternative to water based lubricants for facilitating sexual intercourse
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With a surrogate partner, a man might gain sexual confidence. (Picture reproduced with subjects’ written permission)
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