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Aversion to Sex; Sex Phobia

Written by: Wendy Moelker, psychologist in charge of Emergis, Goes, the Netherlands.
First version: 22 Jul 2008. Latest version: 22 Jul 2008.

Abstract:

Aversion to sex and sex phobia means an intense disgust to sexual contact or related experiences.

Question:

What does 'aversion' to sex or sex phobia mean?

Answer:

A person with a sexual aversion disorder has an intense aversion to sexual contact or related experiences, for example seeing a penis, a vagina, seeing sperm or being touched. The aversion to sex is an extreme form of disorder in sexual arousal and is often combined with a reduced interest in making love.
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