ABSTRACT

Sexual problems may be the result of many things, including a physiologic condition, unpleasant associations to past experiences, a value-laden set of beliefs and emotional reactions to sex itself, ignorance or a lack of experience, a problem in the relationship, and/or a self-conscious concern about being able to perform adequately. No matter what the source, it is possible that an appropriate medical intervention, such as a prescription for Viagra or testosterone, will resolve the condition effectively and swiftly. When such interventions are insufficient, however, hypnosis is an appropriate option.