Alterations in sexual functions during and after pregnancy: Prejudice? Or Real?

Beyazıt, Fatma; Pek, Eren; Şahin, Başak

doi:10.5505/kpd.2018.73644

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“…Although it is stated in the literature that myths about sexuality cause sexual dysfunction [16] , no studies showing the effects of sexual attitudes on sexual dysfunction during pregnancy have been found. However, some studies in the literature have shown that sexual activity during pregnancy is taboo and avoided in some cultures [17] . While motherhood is accepted as a symbol of purity in different cultures and communities, sexuality is mostly associated with pleasures involving the body, sin, and guilt [18] .…”

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Sexual attitudes and sexual functions during pregnancy: A comparative study

Şolt

DAĞLI

2023

European Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology and Reproductiv

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Sexual attitudes and sexual functions during pregnancy: A comparative study

Şolt

DAĞLI

2023

European Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology and Reproductiv

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“…Factors such as sleeplessness, fatigue, lack of time for sexual intercourse, and interventional deliveries may affect sexual life. 22…”

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“…In the present study, it was found that increasing age and self‐esteem led to enhanced sexual quality of life and increasing parity impaired sexual quality of life. Factors such as sleeplessness, fatigue, lack of time for sexual intercourse, and interventional deliveries may affect sexual life 22 …”

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Self‐esteem and sexual quality of life among obese women

Polat

Serin

2020

Perspect Psychiatr Care

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Purpose: To evaluate the sexual quality of life and self-esteem of obese women and the relationship between them.Design and Methods: This is a descriptive and cross-sectional study. A descriptive questionnaire, Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale, and Sexual Quality of Life Questionnaire were used to collect the data. Findings: Participants had a moderate level of self-esteem. The mean scores of the participants were 50.45 + 10.23 for Sexual Quality of Life Questionnaire. A positive correlation was found between self-esteem and sexual quality of life. Practice Implications: High self-esteem is positively correlated with quality of sexual life in obese woman. Physical activity increases self-esteem and sexual quality of life. Obesity impairs sexual quality of life among obese women. K E Y W O R D S obesity, self-esteem, sexual quality of life 1 | INTRODUCTION Obesity is one of the most serious health issues that have emerged as a result of a changing social, economic, cultural, and physical environment. 1 It may cause many physiological disorders such as diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, cancers, and coronary artery diseases. 2 Obesity does not cause only adverse physiological effects on the human body. There are also psychological effects. Being criticized and socially excluded due to obesity-related reasons may lead to a decrease in the self-esteem of individuals. 3 Studies have stated that obese individuals have low self-esteem, 4 and self-esteem decreases with increasing body mass index (BMI). 5 It has been still discussed whether low self-esteem experienced by an obese individual is a reason or a cause of obesity.Sexuality is a part of human life and enhances the quality of life of individuals. According to the studies, obesity has a negative effect on sexual quality of life. 6,7 The prevalence of sexual dysfunction is also increasing among chronic diseases caused by obesity. 8 The prevalence of obesity is higher in women in Turkey. 9 Lifestyle changes and medical treatments are used for the treatment of obesity. It is required to know the mood of the individuals to develop positive lifestyle changes and keep obesity under control. Nurses are healthcare professionals in the medical team who spend time with patients most frequently and for a long time. For this reason, nurses have a significant role in evaluating the psychological parameters for obese women such as self-esteem and sexual quality of life. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the relationship between the sexual quality of life and self-esteem of obese women. | MATERIALS AND METHODS | Study design and sampleThis is a descriptive and cross-sectional study. The population of the study consisted of women with obesity who applied to the dietician department of a university hospital. The study sample was calculated as 90 women using n = t 2 •p•q /d 2 , the formula that is used when the population is unknown. The study conducted between September 2019 and December 2019.The inclusion criteria for the women were determined as follows: being at the age ...

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“…One of the reasons why women are afraid and anxious about resuming sexual intercourse after childbirth is the fear of pregnancy. The fact that the woman does not feel sexually aroused during this period and the anxiety and fear of becoming pregnant again have a negative effect on women's sexual life (Beyazıt et al, 2018;Koç & Oskay, 2016;Olsson et al, 2005;Üstgörül, 2016). First sexual intercourse after birth is an important issue for couples (Amir Aliakbari et al, 2018).…”

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Sexuality and Counseling in Postpartum Women

ERYILMAZ

Erenel

2023

Journal of Gazi University Health Sciences Institute

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The World Health Organization describes sexuality as a developmental process like pregnancy and postpartum period and the complete well-being of the individual in physical, emotional, mental and social harmony, noting that it is affected by many factors such as culture, society, family, hormones and daily activities. In other words, a woman's sexuality in the postpartum period is affected by the type of birth, interventions performed at birth, breastfeeding, a woman's body image, postpartum depression, and fear of becoming pregnant again. In addition, factors such as dyspareunia, decreased sexual desire, fatigue, and insomnia that occur in postpartum women lead to a decrease in the frequency of sexual intercourse. However, qualified sexual health education and counseling by nurses during this sensitive period can be effective in eliminating women's concerns, correcting misinformation and misconceptions, and preventing sexual problems. Therefore, this review discusses the factors affecting sexuality of women's sexuality in the postpartum period and the importance of nursing services in line with the current literature.

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Alterations in sexual functions during and after pregnancy: Prejudice? Or Real?

Cited by 7 publications

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Sexual attitudes and sexual functions during pregnancy: A comparative study

Sexual attitudes and sexual functions during pregnancy: A comparative study

Self‐esteem and sexual quality of life among obese women

Sexuality and Counseling in Postpartum Women

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