Chapter Title: Sexual Health and Masturbation

Introduction to Masturbation and Its Effects

Masturbation can become a compulsive behavior in some individuals, especially those prone to obsessive-compulsive disorders, but this does not necessarily mean a reduction in sexual desire in all individuals 1
In individuals with a background of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), sexual behaviors including masturbation can become compulsive 1
Frequent use of pornography along with masturbation can create a potentially addictive system for testing an individual's sexual responses 1
Individuals with autism spectrum disorders may be more prone to repetitive behavioral patterns, which can include sexual behaviors 1

In patients with both erectile dysfunction and premature ejaculation, erectile dysfunction should be treated first 2
Psychological, behavioral, and pharmacological treatments exist for ejaculation disorders, but none of these pharmaceutical options have received FDA approval 3