For Women Only, Revised Edition: A Revolutionary Guide to Reclaiming Your Sex Life [Paperback]

Dr. Jennifer Berman (Author), Dr. Laura Berman (Author), Elisabeth Bumiller (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 24, 2005

The groundbreaking New York Times bestseller now in a fully revised edition

Dr. Jennifer Berman, one of the few female urologists in the United States, and her sister, Dr. Laura Berman, a sex therapist, wrote this comprehensive handbook for the whole woman to examine all facets of her sexual health. They discuss surprising new information about how the female anatomy really works, ways female sexual response changes through various stages of life, how women can recognize and identify sexual problems, and tips for talking to doctors about sexual complaints without embarrassment.

This new edition brings all the information in the book fully up to date and includes
- advice about the latest medical treatments
- information on new drugs and products
- a revised exercises section and all-new case studies
- a self-assessment questionaire to help women recognize
whether a problem exists and lend direction on where
to seek help

For Women Only is still the most complete guide available to treating sexual problems and achieving full sexual potential.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"Sex therapist Laura Berman and urologist Jennifer Berman are on the cutting edge of current research."-Newsweek

"Dr. Jennifer Berman and Dr. Laura Berman have written a comprehensive-and revolutionary-handbook on women's sexual health. They begin where Masters and Johnson left off, defining the female sexual response and offering levelheaded advice and treatment for women's sexual needs."-Helen Fisher, author of Anatomy of Love

"The Berman sisters [are] pioneers in the study of women's sexual dysfunction."-Los Angeles Times

From the Back Cover

Dr. Jennifer Berman, one of the few female urologists in the United States, and her sister, Dr. Laura Berman, a sex therapist, wrote this comprehensive handbook to help the whole woman by examining all facets of your sexual health.

For Women Only gives you:

• Surprising new information about the female anatomy and how it really works
• An understanding of how the female sexual response changes through various stages of life
• Clear advice about how to recognize sexual problems
• A self-assessment questionnaire to help point you in the right direction for seeking help
• Guidance on how to talk to your doctor about sexual complaints without embarrassment
• Information on new drugs and courses of treatment

--This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 304 pages
• Publisher: Holt Paperbacks; 2nd edition (March 24, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0805078835
• ISBN-13: 978-0805078831
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.6 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #243,673 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

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81 of 89 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Mediocre, bland, and sometimes inaccurate, April 5, 2002

By A Customer

This review is from: For Women Only: A Revolutionary Guide to Reclaiming Your Sex Life (Paperback)

Given that this book was written by a urologist (Jennifer) and a sex therapist (Laura), I thought it would be highly informative. I've read worse books, but this one was far from the best. My primary complaint is that its scope of coverage was too limited. Secondly, there were some shocking errors in it. Here's one: "Testosterone is also available over the counter in the form of DHEA ..." WRONG! I'm a doctor and an endocrinologist who feels that any "doctor" making such a statement needs to return to medical school! Here are the facts: (1) DHEA is one of the precursors to testosterone. (2) DHEA may or may not be converted into testosterone in the body. (3) DHEA may also be converted into estrogen, which can oppose the effects of testosterone. Therefore, it is inaccurate (and grossly misleading) to imply that DHEA is a form of testosterone.

I also didn't like the monotonous, too-detached tone of this book. Perhaps that's the way the Bermans attempted to project an air of professionalism, but rather than coming off as professional, the book just seemed to lack vibrance. Therefore, it wasn't enjoyable to read. Its insipid nature would have been tolerable if there weren't those glaring factual errors -- I apologize for harping about them, but such mistakes are (or should be) an embarrassment to the authors.

30 of 35 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Finally Some Answers, September 25, 2002

By A Customer

This review is from: For Women Only: A Revolutionary Guide to Reclaiming Your Sex Life (Paperback)

I have exhaused to internet, the bookstores, and the libraries searching for information. Of all the books that I have encountered, this book is the most comprehensive with the most information. I also was able to contact the Doctors directly which I thought was great. They answer questions are are even willing to speak to other doctors. Bottom line... if your're experiencing sexual dysfunction, don't give up ladies. There's hope, and these two women are making it happen!

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Disapointment, February 1, 2008

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This review is from: For Women Only, Revised Edition: A Revolutionary Guide to Reclaiming Your Sex Life (Paperback)

I had high hopes for this book but found it to be very disappointing. They tell you about the various women who come into their clinic with various problems without really getting to how to help yourself. It felt like a long advertisement for themselves and their clinic. I didn't find it to be helpful at all and somewhat repetitive. I would not recommend this book.