Sexual difficulties deserve a proper clinical assessment.
Sexual concerns can affect confidence, relationships and wellbeing. Causes may be psychological, relational, medication-related, hormonal, vascular, neurological or mixed. The same symptom can arise from different pathways in different people.
A thoughtful consultation therefore begins with the history rather than an assumption about the cause. Depending on the concern, assessment may consider sexual history, relationship context, mood and anxiety, medicines, substance use, sleep and relevant physical health factors.
A discreet, non-judgmental space
Sensitive topics can be difficult to discuss. The goal is to make the consultation clear and respectful, with only information relevant to the clinical assessment being explored.