Hypersexuality in dementia: a case report
ASEAN Journal of Psychiatry
;
: 1-5, 2013.
Article
in English
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| ID: wpr-626104
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.
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WPRIM (Western Pacific)
Language:
English
Journal:
ASEAN Journal of Psychiatry
Year:
2013
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Article
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