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Question - Is there a relationship between impotence and sexual aggression?:
Is there a relationship between impotence and sexual aggression? 2 years ago, my father( 73 years old ) was diagnosed as having angina. He had never taken any medication, and had been in good health prior. The only pills he was taking were " water " pills, " diazide ". After his diagnosis, he is now taking apprx 6 different pills, blood thinner, coumadin, cholesterol pills etc..
Appx 1 month ago, he was becoming more " aggressive " , sexually aggressive, demanding, towards my mother, to the point now of almost raping her yesterday morning, and verbal abuse. My mother had said he had always been " sexually obsessed " over the years ,and impotent, however never to the extent that he is exhibiting recently. He seems as though he looks like he is in a trance, and it is quite disturbing to see. We have contacted his Dr to see if this behavior could be explained by the prescription drugs he is taking, and the Dr has confirmed that there is no " contraindications " with his current medication. The only info I divulged to his Dr was the fact that he is " aggressive " I am very concerned about my father's behavior, and what he might do now that he is alone for a while due to the fact that my mother is temporarily out of the house staying at my sister's , for her own safety. I have suggested he seek medical/psychological help, and has no response. He thinks his behavior is quite normal, and his wife should give him what he needs, sexually speaking. Medically speaking, have you ever heard of such a case?
Guide Responds:
People can react to different medications in many different ways. If your father's behavior has changed radically since he started taking the medications you are well within your rights to suspect that the medications may have something to do with it.I think you need to be open and detailed when explaining your father's behavior to his doctor. Details such as "looks like he is in a trance" are very important. Remember that you see this man every day and are the experts on his normal behavior. His doctor only sees him on occasion and may not remember how he acted the last time he was in. If you suspect that there is some kind of mental change going on ask point blank to see a neurologist to rule out any physical problem. Try to document the behavior and when it radically changed and take along a list of his medications.
Whether or not your father feels his behavior is "normal" is not the issue. Your mother is the one who feels this is not acceptable and fears for her safety so it needs to be dealt with. Explain that to the doctor also.
If you cannot get the help you need from your physicians, you may want to contact adult protective services and explain the situation. They may be able to help get your father the help he needs.
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