Contents


Preface

Sexual ethics deals with the choices one makes regarding sexual practice and preferences. With the emerging newer trends in sexuality and clashes with the traditional practice of human sexuality, there is a need for introspection and a framework of ethical principles that may guide human sexuality and its practice. Human sexuality is more than a biological phenomenon. It is a living experience that makes one understand how one views his or her personality and body. The majority of the time, health professionals spend time treating the patient rather than the patient's sexuality. The growing number of rapes and rape victims, sexual harassment cases and the violation of the right to have or resist sex in a marriage, the need to get consent before sex, and the trend of "living together" in corporate cities necessitate an introspection during a pandemic. Genital mutilation and its impact on the psychology of women need special attention. Many health professionals feel uncomfortable discussing sexuality with the patient due to cultural issues as well as lack of information regarding human sexuality in dealing

In short, sex is less concrete. Open discussions about sexual identity and sexual practices will help people better understand themselves, others, and the world around them. This book gives a panoramic view of certain aspects of human

> **Dhastagir Sultan Sheriff** Faculty of Medicine, Benghazi University, Benghazi, Libya

with such issues and patients.

sexuality in health and disease.
