For Women Only: A Revolutionary Guide to Reclaiming Your Sex Life (Paperback)

by Dr. Jennifer Berman (Author), Dr. Laura Berman (Author), Elisabeth Bumiller (Author) "When Nicole arrived at our clinic early one December morning with complaints the she had no interest in sex, we could see how nervous she..." (more)
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Editorial Reviews

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"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
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"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

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Product Details

• Paperback: 320 pages
• Publisher: Holt Paperbacks; 1st edition (January 1, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0805069267
• ISBN-13: 978-0805069266
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.5 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.3 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #576,606 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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62 of 69 people found the following review helpful:

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

By A Customer

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.

27 of 31 people found the following review helpful:

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

By A Customer

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!

15 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars It may not be "all in your head", February 23, 2002

By	Laura (South Georgia, United States) - See all my reviews

Jennifer and Laura Berman (a psychologist and a urologist) have compiled a resource essential for every woman with some type of sexual dissatisfaction. The old thought that a woman's sexual problem was "all in her head" is quickly dispelled, backed up by scientific research, anatomical evidence and specific suggestions. I am giving my copy to my gynecologist...he needs to know this information and apparently doesn't. This should be required reading for every physician and mental health professional. Very valuable!