Lacking sexual desire in women: a dysfunction worth treating?

It was not so long ago when nymphomania was recognised as a psychiatric disorder. Today, women are more likely to earn a diagnosis for not being 'hot for it' 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Critically analyse the research evidence surrounding female sexual dysfunction and evaluate the extent to which this condition is a problem that warrants treatment. The female libido is an elusive and misunderstood creature. Years ago cruel double standards saw women …

…fatigued women will be fed drugs to boost sex drive instead of cutting work rates and revising diets and sleep patterns. Women need to be encouraged to look after themselves and live a balanced life emotionally, physically and sexually rather than just relying on drugs to solve their problems. Sexual therapy should always be the first option and, if a reliable drug is found, it should only be used after exploration of all other avenues.