Inappropriate Sexual Behavior in Patients with Dementia.
- Author:
Dong Hyun LEE
1
;
Gyung Mee KIM
Author Information
1. Sekwang Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Ulsan, Korea.
- Publication Type:Review
- Keywords:
Inappropriate sexual behavior;
Dementia;
Definition;
Assessment;
Treatment
- MeSH:
Caregivers;
Dementia;
Humans;
Sexual Behavior;
Sexuality
- From:Journal of Korean Geriatric Psychiatry
2010;14(1):9-14
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:Korean
-
Abstract:
Research about Inappropriate Sexual Behavior (ISB) among patients with dementia is not abundant although its impact on patients and carers can be significant. There are many reasons for this relative neglect. In particular, notable is a problem encountered in the inconsistency of definition and assessment of ISB as well as stigma of sexuality in patients with dementia. This article reviews the literature concerning sexually inappropriate behavior in demented patients. Behavioral and pharmacological treatment approaches are explored and the recommendations and guidelines offered by other researchers are described.
