Genetic Counselling and Psychosexual Considerations in Male Health and Reproduction

The chapter starts with a focus on the issues associated with genetic counselling. The process of genetic counselling is described, followed by a discussion of inheritance patterns commonly observed in reproductive disorder. Current genetic testing options with considerations for their benefits, limitations, and possible results are reviewed. The second section starts by briefly describing current theories of psychosexual development as well as highlighting some issues which suggest the limit of their utility. We then move to consider the psychogenic aspects of sexual function for men focusing mostly on those issues likely to be experienced by those with endocrine disorders. We also consider the problems men face when consulting with healthcare professionals about sexual function and make the case for the use of tools and techniques to aid the process.