T09-P-08 Can sexual dysfunctions lead to substance abuse disorders? - 27/06/08
Corresponding author.Résumé |
Aim |
To evaluate the role of sexual dysfunctions in inducing the use of drug in young males
Methods |
185 former heroin addicts from 14 drug rehabilitation centres were invited to fill in a questionnaire with their personal data, toxicological history, sexual experiences as well as quality of performances.
Results |
60 subjects (32% ) of the sample claimed that their sexual disorder had influenced their decision to start taking drugs. Prior to first drug use the more severe the sexual dysfunction, the higher the percentage of those who stated that sexual dysfunction influenced their decision to start taking drugs. Among those with premature ejaculation and erectile dysfunction this percentage rose to 58.6%. 39% of subject with E.D. used heroin to improve rigidity while among those with premature ejaculation 55% used heroin to improve ejaculation control.
Conclusions |
• | Sexual dysfunctions is a risk factor for addiction and can lead to first drug use |
• | The more severe the sexual dysfunction the higher the risk |
• | Heroin and other drugs are used to improve sexual performances and particularly to improve ejaculation control |
• | These data highlight the possibility of primary prevention of substance abuse and addiction with sexual education and early treatment of sexual dysfunctions. |
Plan
Vol 17 - N° S1
P. 134-135 - janvier-mars 2008 Retour au numéroBienvenue sur EM-consulte, la référence des professionnels de santé.
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