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The use of directed masturbation training in the treatment of primary anorgasmia
Author(s) -
Nairne K. D.,
Hemsley D. R.
Publication year - 1983
Publication title -
british journal of clinical psychology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.479
H-Index - 92
eISSN - 2044-8260
pISSN - 0144-6657
DOI - 10.1111/j.2044-8260.1983.tb00615.x
Subject(s) - psychology , psychotherapist , outcome (game theory) , clinical psychology , mathematics , mathematical economics
This review evaluates the evidence for the effectiveness of the use of directed masturbation training in the treatment of primary anorgasmia. Various methodological problems are discussed but it is clear that some clients can be helped by this form of therapy. As yet it is unclear which clients are likely to benefit from such a programme or what are the most important factors influencing outcome. Some social and cultural implications, including issues relating to the role of the therapist, are briefly discussed.