Genito-Pelvic Pain/Penetration Disorder
Document Type
Contribution to Book
Language
eng
Publication Date
2017
Publisher
SAGE Publications
Source Publication
The SAGE Encyclopedia of Marriage, Family, and Couples Counseling
Source ISSN
9781483369556
Abstract
Pain during sexual intercourse can be distressing for women and impact significant relationships in their lives. Sexual pain is considered to be a significant women’s health concern, with a lifetime prevalence of 12% to 15% of women experiencing pain during intercourse. Relationship dissatisfaction is recognized as having a significant role in maintenance and exacerbation of sexual dysfunctions. Treatment of genito-pelvic pain/penetration disorder includes psycho-education, goal setting, reducing anxiety, and improving relational dynamics. This entry introduces genito-pelvic pain/penetration disorder, particularly as it relates to couples and family therapy, explaining the diagnostic criteria, etiology, comorbidity, and the impact on relationships. Assessment and treatment recommendations are also discussed.
Recommended Citation
Callender, Karisse A., "Genito-Pelvic Pain/Penetration Disorder" (2017). College of Education Faculty Research and Publications. 510.
https://epublications.marquette.edu/edu_fac/510
Comments
":Genito-Pelvic Pain/Penetration Disorder," in The SAGE Encyclopedia of Marriage, Family, and Couples Counseling, edited by Jon Carlson and Shannon B. Dermer. Thousand Oaks, California : SAGE Publications, Inc., [2017]. DOI.