Hyposexuality and/or sexual dysfunction is often a consequence of the negative symptoms (avolition and anhedonia) of schizophrenia. Hypersexuality is seen sometimes in acute episodes of schizophrenia (which weans away with antipsychotic medication).Hyposexuality and/or sexual dysfunction is often a consequence of the negative symptoms (avolition and anhedonia) of schizophrenia. Hypersexuality is seen sometimes in acute episodes of schizophrenia (which weans away with antipsychotic medication

Can schizophrenia cause hypersexuality?

Background: Hypersexual and paraphilic disorders have been frequently associated with concomitant psychiatric disorders, including schizophrenia. A growing number of published cases has recently indicated that hypersexual behavior may also arise in conjunction with treatment with second-generation antipsychotics.

What are the early warning signs of schizophrenia?

The most common early warning signs include:Depression, social withdrawal.Hostility or suspiciousness, extreme reaction to criticism.Deterioration of personal hygiene.Flat, expressionless gaze.Inability to cry or express joy or inappropriate laughter or crying.Oversleeping or insomnia; forgetful, unable to concentrate.More items