#1020 Sexual Health Challenges and Dysfunctions in Women: Assessment, Diagnosis, and Treatment Approaches (10 Credits/Hours)

(10 Credits/Hours)

Launch Date: August 5, 2025
Expires: August 31, 2027

Course Overview

This comprehensive course examines Female Sexual Dysfunction (FSD), a prevalent condition affecting women’s sexual health and quality of life. The course provides healthcare professionals with evidence-based knowledge for assessment, diagnosis, and treatment approaches. Students will explore the multifactorial nature of FSD, including physiological, psychological, and social contributors, while developing clinical skills for sensitive patient care in this specialized area.

Table of Contents

1. Introduction to Female Sexual Dysfunction and Classification Systems
2. Anatomy and Physiology of Female Sexual Response
3. Epidemiology and Risk Factors for Female Sexual Dysfunction
4. Clinical Assessment and Diagnostic Evaluation
5. Desire and Arousal Disorders in Women
6. Orgasmic Disorders and Sexual Pain Conditions
7. Treatment Approaches: Medical, Psychological, and Behavioral Interventions
8. Special Populations and Emerging Research in Female Sexual Health

Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:

• Define and classify different types of female sexual dysfunction according to current diagnostic criteria
• Understand the complex interplay of biological, psychological, and social factors in female sexual health
• Conduct comprehensive and culturally sensitive assessments of women presenting with sexual concerns
• Develop evidence-based treatment plans incorporating multidisciplinary approaches
• Recognize the impact of life stage changes, medical conditions, and medications on female sexual function
• Apply appropriate counseling techniques and communication skills when addressing sexual health issues
• Identify when to refer patients to specialized sexual health practitioners
• Stay current with emerging research and therapeutic options in female sexual