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Alcohol and sex

M E Vijayasenan

    The New Zealand Medical Journal
    |January 14, 1981
    PubMed
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    Alcoholism significantly impacts male sexual function, with most patients experiencing dysfunction including low desire and erectile issues. The study also noted a concerning prevalence of sexual deviation among alcohol-dependent individuals.

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychiatry
    • Sexual Medicine
    • Addiction Research

    Background:

    • Alcohol dependence is a widespread issue with significant health consequences.
    • Sexual dysfunction is a common but often underreported comorbidity in individuals with alcohol use disorder.
    • Understanding the specific sexual health impacts of alcoholism is crucial for comprehensive patient care.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To assess the prevalence and types of sexual dysfunction in male patients undergoing treatment for alcoholism.
    • To compare current sexual functioning with pre-alcoholism levels.
    • To explore potential links between alcoholism and sexual deviation.

    Main Methods:

    • A cohort of 97 male inpatients at a hospital for alcoholism and drug addiction was studied.

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  • Patients' current sexual functioning was assessed and compared to their self-rated sexual ability before developing alcoholism.
  • Data on sexual desire, erectile function, ejaculation, and history of sexual crimes were collected.

    • Main Results:

    • 71% of patients reported sexual dysfunction lasting over 12 months.
    • The most common issues were diminished sexual desire (58%), ejaculatory incompetence (22%), and erectile impotence (16%).
    • A significant proportion exhibited sexual deviation, with 19% having committed sexual crimes and 28% reporting recurrent thoughts of such acts.

    Conclusions:

    • Alcohol dependence is strongly associated with a high incidence of sexual dysfunction in men.
    • Sexual dysfunction in this population is multifaceted, affecting desire, performance, and ejaculation.
    • The study highlights a concerning association between alcoholism and sexual deviation, warranting further investigation and targeted interventions.