What are the psychological aspects of STDs?
People who contract STDs can suffer both mentally and physically. Some people view STDs as punishment for sexual misbehavior and consequently develop feelings of fear, built and shame if they get an STD. They may also feel bad if they pass it on to someone else and that person suffers permanent health damage from the STD. When STDs are viewed in the same way as other communicable diseases, then perhaps more people will seek medical help and get their partners to a doctor.
