Frequent sexual urges and sexual thoughts are considered hypersexual disorders. It is a behavior disorder. Psychotherapy and medications will be required to treat and control such urges.
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I am on Concerta for ADHD and it makes more hypersexual what to do?
Query: Hello doctor, I was diagnosed with ADHD. I was on Ritalin from 9 years to 14. I am 30 years old now and feel like I need some help. I have started retaking Concerta last year as it improves my concentration but also makes me even more hypersexual. I have a major problem with being over sexual to the... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. If you think that your sexual need is increased by Concerta (Methylphenidate), I have a few advice for you, which you should discuss with your psychiatrist. Can he slightly decrease the dose? Till your symptoms of ADHD (attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder) does n... Read Full »