Sexology is the scientific study of human sexuality, including human sexual interests, behaviors and
functions. [1] The term sexology does not generally refer to the non-scientific study of sexuality, such
as political science or social criticism. [2][3]
Sexologists apply tools from several academic fields, such
as biology, medicine, psychology, epidemiology, sociology and criminology. Topics of study
include sexual development (puberty), sexual orientation and gender identity, sexual
relationships and sexual activity, paraphilias and atypical sexual interests, as well as the sexualities
of special groups, such as child sexuality, adolescent sexuality, sexuality among the elderly and the
disabled. The sexological study of sexual dysfunctions and disorders, including erectile
dysfunction, anorgasmia, and pedophilia, are also mainstays.