Learning Objectives

11.1 Discuss the scientific approach to human sexuality from a historical perspective.

11.2 Summarize the major scientific findings about human sexual desire, arousal, and response.

11.3 Distinguish among the sexual dysfunction disorders and treatments.

11.4 Distinguish among the paraphilic dysfunction disorders and treatments.

11.5 Explain the difference between sexual orientation and sexual disorder in the DSM–5.

11.6 Discuss the development, characteristics, and prevalence of gender dysphoria.