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Sexual fantasy alternation: procedural considerations.

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    Journal of Behavior Therapy and Experimental Psychiatry
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    The sexual fantasy alternation procedure, a form of orgasmic reconditioning, shows clinical utility when essential components are properly applied. This evaluation clarifies its effectiveness beyond initial equivocal findings.

    Area of Science:

    • Psychology
    • Sexology
    • Clinical Psychology

    Background:

    • Leonard and Hayes (1983) reported clinical trials on the sexual fantasy alternation procedure.
    • Their results were equivocal, questioning the technique's clinical utility due to potential unfamiliarity with essential components.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the Leonard and Hayes (1983) study on the sexual fantasy alternation procedure.
    • To assess issues including subject selection, baseline data, effect prediction, mechanisms, and ethical concerns.

    Main Methods:

    • Critical analysis of the Leonard and Hayes (1983) study.
    • Evaluation of specific procedural components and their impact on outcomes.

    Main Results:

    • The study's results were deemed equivocal by Leonard and Hayes.

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  • This evaluation suggests the procedure is more orderly than initially believed when basic conventions are followed.

    • Conclusions:

    • The sexual fantasy alternation procedure is clinically useful when essential components are respected.
    • Proper application enhances the procedure's orderliness and effectiveness.