Overview of Female Sexual Function and Dysfunction By Allison Conn, MD, Baylor College of Medicine, Texas Children's Pavilion for Women; Kelly R Hodges, MD, Baylor College of Medicine, Texas Children's Pavilion for Women Reviewed / Revised Mar 2021 | Modified Sep 2022 View Patient Education Physiology Classification Etiology Diagnosis Treatment Key Points Topic Resources Some Physical Factors Contributin... Components of the Sexual... Men and women initiate or agree to sexual activity for many reasons, including sharing sexual excitement and physical pleasure and experiencing affection, love, romance, or intimacy.