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Elrafei H, Jamali Q. Assessment and treatment of hypersexuality: a review. BJPSYCH ADVANCES 2021. [DOI: 10.1192/bja.2021.68] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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SUMMARY
Hypersexuality is defined under various terms in the DSM and ICD diagnostic classifications. However, it can be challenging to differentiate between hypersexuality as one of the symptoms of a mental disorder and hypersexual disorder as a primary diagnosis. In this article, we explore the physiology, assessment and treatment of hypersexual disorder, and consider its aetiology and epidemiology. In addition, we highlight the paucity of evidence in the literature about licensed or specific pharmacological recommendations for its treatment and the poor awareness of hypersexuality in clinical and research practice. Further research is recommended to identify more precise guidance for the pharmacological management of hypersexuality.
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