INTIMATE RELATIONSHI P CONFLICTS 175 B. The physician evaluation did not identify any orga nic basis for the couple's sexual dysfunction, and the implication of this finding was processed. C. The medical problems identified by the physician as causes for the sexual dysfunction are being treated. D. The client was urged to follow up on recommen dations from his/her physician regarding treatment for sexual dysfunction (e. g., medications, specialty assessments, or lab work). E. The client was provided with assistance for following up on the recommendations from the physician regarding sexual dysfu nction treatment. F. The client's treating psychiatrist has been informed about the client's sexual dysfunction concerns, physical exam, and follow-up needs. G. The client has failed to comply with directives regarding physician assessment, treatment, an d follow-up for sexual dysfunction and was redirected to do so. 32. Focus on Sexual Arousal Issues ( 32) A. The client was focused on how his/her physical appearance and personal hygiene needs may affect his/her partner's sexual arousal. B. The client wa s reinforced for displaying an understanding of the need for better personal hygiene and physical appearance as a way to increase sexual arousal for his/her partner. C. The client was provided with positive reinforcement for his/her attempts to improve hi s/her physical appearance and personal hygiene needs. D. The client has failed to improve his/her personal appearance and personal hygiene needs and was provided with additional direction in this area. 33. Assign Reading on Human Sexual Functioning ( 33) A. The client and his/her intimate partner were assigned to read books on human sexual functioning. B. The client and his/her imitate partner were referred to specific books (e. g., The New Joy of Sex by Comfort or The Reader's Digest Guide to Love and Se x by Roberts and Padgett-Yawn). C. The client was referred to watch sexual education videos. D. The client was referred to specific video programs (e. g., Better Sex Videos from the Sinclair Institute). E. The client and his/her intimate partner have not sought out educational material regarding human sexual functioning and were redirected to do so. 34. Identify and Process a Pattern of Impulsive Sexual Activity ( 34) A. The client was assisted in identifying his/her history of impulsive sexual acting ou t and how it has affected his/her intimate relationship. B. The client was provided with positive feedback as he/she was realistic and truthful about his/her sexual acting out and the effect it has had on the relationship. C. The client was in denial reg arding his/her pattern of impulsive sexual acting out and was urged to provide a more complete review of this behavior pattern. D. The client's partner was assisted in identifying feelings related to the client's history of infidelity. E. The faithful pa rtner was supported in expressing the hurt, disappointment, and anxiety that has resulted from the unfaithful partner's affairs. 