Hypersexuality in dementia: a case report

Author: Lai Mee Huong ; Rosdinom Razali
Publication Type:Case Reports
Keywords: Hypersexuality, Inappropriate Sexual Behavior, Dementia, BPSD
From:ASEAN Journal of Psychiatry 2013;14(2):1-5
CountryMalaysia
Language:English
Abstract: This case report highlights the issue of hypersexuality in persons with dementia and outlines the possible etiology and challenges associated with interventions of inappropriate sexual behaviors in dementia. Methods: We report a 75-year-old male with vascular dementia who developed hypersexuality and aggression towards his wife. The management plans are elaborated in this paper. Results: A combination of pharmacological and psychosocial intervention lead to the resolution of his inappropriate sexual behavior and improvement in his relationships with his wife and children. Conclusion: Inappropriate sexual behaviors need to be recognized and managed without compromising the fulfillment of the human’s basic need of sexuality.