OBJECTIVETo explore the effects of the behavioral treatment on female sexual dysfunctions for the popularization of improved methods in China.

METHODSFifty-six voluntary female patients with psychiatric sexual disorders were treated after the basic training model of sensate focus by Masters and Johnson. Stress was laid on such aspects as breaking-away from the traditional thought, teaching healthy sex concepts, and imparting sexual knowledge and techniques. In addition to psychotherapy and behavioral treatment, the patients were required to correctly deal with their matrimonial and social problems. Their husbands were also required to participate actively in the treatment process.

RESULTSTwenty-six cases recovered, 24 cases improved, and 6 cases failed(10.71%) the general rate of effectiveness being 89.29%.

CONCLUSIONSThe behavioral treatment is remarkably effective in treating female sexual dysfunctions. However, there still remain such problems as long course of treatment and high requirement of doctor's expertise.