Sex Matters for Women, First Edition

Sallie Foley, MSW, is a certified sex therapist, educator, and supervisor. She is a Senior Clinical Social Worker at the Sexual Health Counseling Services of the University of Michigan, where she is also on the faculty of the Graduate School of Social Work. Recognized for her expertise in couple and sex therapy, she writes and lectures nationally and is frequently interviewed in the media. Sally A. Kope, MSW, is a certified sex therapist, supervisor, and couple counselor in Ann Arbor, Michigan, and serves on the faculty of the University of Michigan Medical School. She has written and lectured widely, and is frequently cited in the media. Dennis P. Sugrue, PhD, a clinical psychologist and Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Michigan Medical School, is the current President of the American Association of Sex Educators, Counselors, and Therapists. Dr. Sugrue is an expert in human sexuality who has been featured in media including Ladies' Home Journal, Parents, and Glamour.

Introduction. Knowing Your Sexual Story. Every Story Has a Beginning. Adult Sexuality: A Lifelong Story. Understanding Your Body. Your Body. Sexual Response. Reproduction and Beyond. Making Peace With Your Body. Body Image. Illness and Disability. When Sex Causes Pain. Sexually Transmitted Diseases. Trauma. Creating a Better Sexual Relationship. Male Sexuality. Taking Care of Your Sexual Relationship. Overcoming Sexual Difficulties. What to Do When Sexual Problems Arise. Overcoming Low Sexual Desire. Overcoming Low Sexual Arousal. Overcoming Orgasm Difficulties. Sex Therapy. Appendix: Exercises for Sexual Growth; Ways to Know Your Sexual Story; Ways to Understand Your Body; Ways to Make Peace with Your Body; Ways to Create a Better Sexual Relationship. Suggested Resources.