Sex Therapy for the 21st Century: Five Emerging Directions

Contemporary developments in the field of sexuality and sexual dysfunction are shifting to accommodate theoretical, empirical and societal advances. This article addresses five developing themes in the understanding and treatment of sexual dysfunctions.

Part of the APA Monitor's CE Corner article series.

New format: After reading the CE Corner article, you will be asked to complete a "Commitment-to-Change" (CTC) exercise. The CTC exercise is designed to help facilitate the translation of your learning into practice. Completion of the CTC is required prior to the completion of the CE Test based on the APA Monitor CE Corner article.

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• Discuss current and emerging therapies for sexual problems.
• Describe psychologists’ efforts to include the full span of human sexuality and gender identity in new therapies for sexual challenges.
• Discuss attitudes about sex and sex therapy.

Kirsten Weir