Lecture 39 - Sexual Response Cycle and Sexual Hx Taking

Question 1

How do the following hormones/NTs affect the sexual function in men and women:

Testosterone –>

Estrogen –>

Prolactin –>

Oxytocin –>

Dopamine and NE –>

Serotonin –>

Answer 1

Test –> increase desire

Estrogen –> increase arousal

Prolactin –> decrease sexual excitement

Oxytocin –> increase arousal

Dopamine and NE –> increase desire/arousal respectively

Serotonin –> decrease all aspects of sexual function

Question 2

While Estrogen tends to increase NO (vasocongestion) and sensation, _______ DECREASES them.

Answer 2

Serotonin