Antidepressants - Are They Effective?
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A 5 page essay that argues ‘‘yes, they are effective'' by giving background information on how drugs like Prozac work. As well as giving their benefits, the writer also mentions some of the unexpected effects in certain individuals. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: Antid.wps

Dysthymia Diagnosis & Treatment
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The disorder recently made known by the popular drug of choice, Prozac, is discussed in this 12 page paper. An overview is provided that lists symptoms of dysthymia as well as ways to diagnose or rule out the disorder. Treatment is discussed including specific data about medications used. Information about controversies surrounding drug treatment and the possible benefits of psychotherapy are touched on. Bibliography lists 15 sources.
Filename: Dysdiag.wps

Prozac -- Medicine or Poison ?
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A 5 page report on Prozac in which the writer weighs opinions both for and against this particular drug. There are those who claim that the harmful effects of Prozac may ultimately be so hazardous that they destroy people emotionally-- This paper concludes, however, that so long as it is controlled and used in moderation, Prozac is a viable and worthwhile medicine. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Prozac.wps

Prozac and Breast Cancer
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A 6 page paper that provides an overview of the issue of the use of prozac for women with breast cancer, and suggests that the use of this drug can result in increased progression of individual tumors. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Prozacbr.wps

Book Review / 'The New Sex Therapy'
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A 4 page essay offering a review and critique of Helen Singer-Kaplan's book, The New Sex Therapy: Active Treatment of Sexual Dysfunction. The writer believes Dr. Kaplan's book is helpful to both the professional and the lay person in that it offeres practical advice for treating and overcoming some of the most common problems in a couple's sex life.
Filename: Newsex.wps

DSM-IV Disorder - Sexual Dysfunctions In Men and Women
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A 5 page research paper investigating specific aspects of this sexual dysfunction. Topics include: symptoms and definition according the DSM-IV, characteristics the clinicians must be concerned with before making the diagnosis, possible reasons for the condition and treatment alternatives.
Filename: Orgdis.wps

Female Orgasmic Disorder
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A 12 page study that presents the current literature and considers the impacts on treatment procedures. This paper provides an overview of diagnosis, and treatment options for one female subject. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: Orgasm.wps

Masturbatory Orgasmic Inadequacy
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A 5 page essay that discusses Masters and Johnson's claim that this is an affliction that must be cured. The writer takes issue with the statement and points out that it is diametrically opposed to the opinions of Freud and is outside the range of most other sex therapists and 'educators'' opinion regarding female orgasm. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Moi.wps

Orgasmic Dysfunction / Inability to Achieve Orgasm
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This 5 page addresses the situation of a 30-year old woman who has never had an orgasm. The writer discusses the phonomenon, in general, which is not as uncommon as one might think and what specific sexuality theorists might suggest to help the woman. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: Orgasmd.wps

Sexual Behavior
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In 4 pages the author discusses human sexual behavior and compares and contrasts three methods for studying human sexual behavior. 'Sexual behavior has been around since the beginning of time. The study of human sexual behavior, however, has only been done in the 20th century. During that time several methodologies have been used for the study of human sexual behavior.' Bibliography lists 3 sources. Sexual
Filename: Behsex.wps

Sexual Dysfunction
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This 3 page paper looks at this topic from a psychological perspective. Tradition therapy is recommended for couples who have ruled out physical or physiological problems. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: SA016Sex.rtf

Margaret Newman Theory
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This 7 page paper looks at this theory which focuses not on the pathology but on the idea of wholeness of the patient and the way in which treatment may be aided by moving away form the separation of patient and illness to looking at the whole. The bibliography cites 5 sources.
Filename: TEnewmanm.rtf