A study comparing sexual life in patients with psychosis and healthy groups found that sexual activity improved self-esteem, feelings of acceptance and additionally sleep, anxiety and mood in patients.

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Despite what many clinicians believe, adequate sexual expression can improve overall well-being, restore confidence and dignity, and allow patients with psychosis to overcome problems such as social disengagement and stigma.

Importance of sexual expression and intimacy for patients with psychosis

Montejo, A. L., Montejo, L., & Baldwin, D. S. (2018). The impact of severe mental disorders and psychotropic medications on sexual health and its implications for clinical management. World psychiatry : official journal of the World Psychiatric Association (WPA), 17(1), 3–11. https://doi.org/10.1002/wps.20509

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