The two surveys showing contradictory findings about sex problems and sexual satisfaction
Laumann, E.O. et al. “Sexual Dysfunction in the United States: Prevalence and Predictors,” Journal of the American Medical Association (1999) 281:537-544.
Dunn, K.M. et al. “Satisfaction in the Sex Life of a General Population Sample,” Journal of Sex and Marital Therapy (2000) 26:141-151.
Sex coaching
Britton, P. The Art of Sex Coaching. Norton, NY, 2005.
https://medium.com/sex-coach-u-magazine/sex-coaching-therapy-part-1-diversity-is-good-54c4082816b1
https://medium.com/sex-coach-u-magazine/sex-coaching-therapy-part-2-were-more-alike-f41e67bcf60b
https://medium.com/sex-coach-u-magazine/sex-coaching-therapy-part-3-working-together-c5b6d3fee805
Studies showing the benefit of sex therapy
Banner, L.L. and R.U. Anderson. “Integrated Sildenafil and Cognitive-Behavioral Sex Therapy for Psychogenic Erectile Dysfunction: A Pilot Study,” Journal of Sex and Marital Therapy (2007) 4(4 Pt 2):1117.
Berner, M.and C. Gunzler. “Efficacy of Psychosocial Interventions in Men and Women with Sexual Dysfunctions: A Systematic Review of Controlled Clinical Trials, Part 1, Male Sexual Dysfunctions,” Journal of Sexual Medicine (2012) 9:3089.
Fruhauf, S. et al. “Efficacy of Psychological Interventions for Sexual Dysfunction: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis,” Archives of Sexual Behavior (2013) 42:915.
Gunzler, C. and M. Berner. “Efficacy of Psychosocial Interventions in Men and Women with Sexual Dysfunctions: A Systematic Review of Controlled Clinical Trials, Part 2, Female Sexual Dysfunctions,” Journal of Sexual Medicine (2012) 9:33108.
McCabe, M.P. “Evaluation of a Cognitive Behavior Therapy Program for People with Sexual Dysfunction,” Journal of Sex and Marital Therapy (2001) 27:259.
Melnik, T. et al. “Psychosocial Interventions for Erectile Dysfunction,” Cochrane Database Systematic Review (2007) CD004825.
Melnik, T. et al. “Psychosocial Interventions for Erectile Dysfunction,” Cochrane Database Systematic Review (2007) CD004825.
An excellent self-help book for women with difficulty having orgasms
Heiman, J. and J. LoPicollo. Becoming Orgasmic: A Sexual and Personal Growth Program for Women. Fireside, NY, 1987 and subsequent editions.
Self-help books for low libido in women
Mintz, L.B. A Tired Woman’s Guide to Passionate Sex: Reclaim Your Desire and Reignite Your Relationship. Adams Media/Simon & Schuster, NY, 2009.
Watson, L.J. Wanting Sex Again: How To Rediscover Your Desire and Heal a Sexless Marriage. Berkeley, NY, 2012.
Studies showing the benefits of sex therapy
Banner, L.L. and R.U. Anderson. “Integrated Sildenafil and Cognitive-Behavioral Sex Therapy for Psychogenic Erectile Dysfunction: A Pilot Study,” Journal of Sex and Marital Therapy (2007) 4(4 Pt 2):1117.
McCabe, M.P. “Evaluation of a Cognitive Behavior Therapy Program for People with Sexual Dysfunction,” Journal of Sex and Marital Therapy (2001) 27:259.
Melnik, T. et al. “Psychosocial Interventions for Erectile Dysfunction,” Cochrane Database Systematic Review (2007) CD004825.
Hope Springs movie
For best ED treatment results: Erection drugs plus sex therapy
Aubin, S.et al. “Comparing Sildenafil Along Vs. Sildenafil Plus Brief Couple Sex Therapy on Erectile Dysfunction in Couples’ Sexual and Marital Quality of Life: A Pilot Study,” Journal of Sex & Marital Therapy (2009) 35:122.
Banner, L.L. and R.U. Anderson. “Integrated Sildenafil and Cognitive-Behavior Sex Therapy for Psychogenic Erectile Dysfunction: A Pilot Study,” Journal of Sexual Medicine (2007) 4:1117.
Melnik, T. et al. “Psychosocial Interventions for Erectile Dysfunction,” Cochrane Database Systematic Review (2007) CD004825.
