Genito-pelvic pain/penetration disorder is defined by persistent difficulties in vaginal penetration, anticipatory fear about pain, or tensing of the pelvic floor muscles lasting for more than how long?

• A. 3 months
• B. 6 months
• C. 9 months
• D. 12 months

Answer: (B)

Genito-pelvic pain/penetration disorder is diagnosed when persistent difficulties with vaginal penetration, or anticipatory fear about pain, or tensing of the pelvic floor muscles during penetration attempts, have lasted for at least six months. This six-month threshold makes the condition a chronic, clinically significant problem rather than a transient issue. The duration, together with distress or impairment in sexual functioning or relationships, anchors the diagnosis. So the correct timeframe is six months or longer.