Treatment for sexual aversion disorder is similar to that of anxiety disorder or phobias.
Patients can undergo systematic desensitization in order to help them with their problems. This involves patients thinking about different levels of sexual activities while doing relaxation exercises.
The relaxation exercises help the patients get used to thinking of these sexual activities without experiencing too much anxiety. By pairing the thoughts that cause fear or aversion with relaxation, over time, patients can start to think about sexual thoughts without having a panic attack
Once the patient is able to do this, they can then move on to the next sexual activity in the hierarchy. This is done until the patient is comfortable enough to have these scenarios with their partner without feeling anxious or having any panic attacks.
In some cases, doctors can also prescribe medication for patients suffering from anxiety. This medication can help lower their anxiety levels and makes them less prone to being afraid or anxious about sexual contact.
The most important thing for patients would be to seek help and try to be as receptive as possible while undergoing therapy.
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