Dissertation Writers: Masturbation
· As a child or adolescent, did the client ever engage in masturbation? If so, at what age? What were the patterns?
· Was masturbation the client’s first experience of orgasm and ejaculation?
· What were the client’s reactions to the first masturbatory orgasm?
· What did the client know about masturbation at this age?
· Were there concerns that masturbation would harm the client? Examples include growing hair on his or her palms, stunted growth, and damage to self sexually.
· What were the client’s feelings about masturbation? Did they involve guilt and shame? Did he or she feel like the only person doing it?
· Was masturbation solitary? Were siblings, cousins, or others involved?
· What was or is the cultural and religious perspective regarding masturbation?
· How does the client describe parental attitudes about masturbation?
· What, if any, are the current masturbation patterns? Are there any concerns or questions about current patterns?
· Does the client fantasize sexually during masturbation?
· Generally, how long does it take client to reach orgasm during masturbation?
