STTI Curriculum
Medical factors related to sexuality and sexual functioning
Objectives
This class is designed to teach students to:
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Define substance/medication-induced sexual dysfunction as per DSM-5.
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Develop and implement a multi-modal treatment plan.
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Utilize consultation, collaboration, and referral practices with substance/medication-induced or other medically-related sexual dysfunctions.
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Assess and describe the medical causes of sexual dysfunction.
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Differentiate physical causes from psychological causes and formulate a treatment plan.
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Assess treatment options for menopausal females.
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Discuss hormone replacement therapy and explain its advantages and potential risks.
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Describe the incidence of, symptoms of, and treatment alternatives for penile cancer, testicular cancer, prostatitis, benign prostate hyperplasia, and prostate cancer. Describe tests for prostate cancer and treatment alternatives.
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Describe sex reassignment surgery, orchiectomy, urethra construction, and penile enlargement surgery.
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Assess the need for and employ psychotherapeutic interventions when indicated.
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Explain how disabilities my affect sexual function and expression.
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Implement coping and enhancement strategies for people with disabilities.
