For Ann Harris

Factors That Impact the Sexual Behaviors of Adults

Consider the various developmental crises, disabilities, psychopathology, and situational and environmental factors that affect both normal and abnormal sexual behaviors of adults. These can include events such as loss, death, birth, addiction, disease, financial distress, divorce, or living with HIV or AIDS, etcetera.

For this discussion, develop a mini case study for a theoretical client with whom you are currently meeting in your office. The topic of conversation revolves around a personal event that the client encountered. Describe your client, including pertinent details regarding diversity. Detail how the event you are discussing with your client could impact his or her sexual functioning. Describe in layman's terms for the client the individual sexual developmental issues that may be at hand.