Jane is finding that her interest in sex has diminished greatly.She not only avoids having sexual contact with her husband,but has even stopped fantasizing and masturbating.Jane would likely be diagnosed as having which of the following DSM-5 disorders?

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Hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD) is characterized by a persistent or recurrent lack of sexual fantasies or desire for sexual activity causing distress or interpersonal difficulties. In the case of Jane, her lack of interest in sex seems to be persistent and causing distress, which would fit the diagnostic criteria for HSDD. Female orgasm disorder and female sexual arousal disorder may also involve reduced sexual interest or desire, but they are primarily focused on difficulties with orgasm or sexual arousal. None of the above is not the correct answer in this case, as there is a specific disorder that appears to be present based on the information given.

Jane Is Finding That Her Interest in Sex Has Diminished