Treatment of compulsive sexual behaviour with naltrexone and serotonin reuptake inhibitors: two case studies

• Published in: International clinical psychopharmacology Vol. 17; no. 4; p. 201
• Main Authors: Raymond, N C, Grant, J E, Kim, S W, Coleman, E
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: England 01.07.2002
• Subjects: Adult; Drug Interactions; Female; Humans; Male; Middle Aged; Naltrexone - metabolism; Naltrexone - therapeutic use; Serotonin Uptake Inhibitors - metabolism; Serotonin Uptake Inhibitors - therapeutic use; Sexual Behavior - drug effects; Sexual Dysfunctions, Psychological - drug therapy; Sexual Dysfunctions, Psychological - psychology

Although there is no universally accepted definition of compulsive sexual behaviour (CSB), the term is generally used to indicate excessive sexual behaviour or sexual cognitions that lead to subjective distress, social or occupational impairment, or legal and financial consequences. Similar to impul...