According to the DSM 5, in order to be considered a sexual disorder, a sexual difficulty must display all of the following EXCEPT:

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The DSM 5 criteria for a sexual disorder include that the difficulty occurs in a significant number of sexual encounters (though not necessarily as high as 75%-100%), persists for at least 6 months, and causes significant distress to the individual. It does not require that the difficulty creates connection in the relationship; in fact, sexual disorders often lead to disconnection or distress within relationships.

According to the DSM 5, in Order to Be Considered