Introduction to Sexuality in Late Life

Sharpe, Thomasina H.

doi:10.1177/0022167804264106

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“…These factors were also reported from other epidemiological studies (Kaplan, 1990;Trudel et al 2010), [34,35] age is not the only cause of sexual dysfunction (Sharpe, 2004). [36] In the same line study done by Deacon et al (1995) [15] in USA stated the lack of privacy is a major obstacle to sexual expression. These results contradict with a study conducted by Kalra et al (2011) [26] in India found that the majority of study subjects did not have any diagnosed major illness.…”

Section: Factors Affecting Sexuality Among Elderly Peoplesupporting

confidence: 58%

Knowledge, attitude and practice of elders about sexuality

Alam

Fadila²

2016

JNEP

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Background: Sexuality has been considered as one of the most natural and main aspects of life that affect an individual's identity as a human being. Not only the sexual activity provides happiness for older adults, it may also maintain a sense of self-esteem. Until recently, little attention was paid to sexuality of elderly people in many countries. Aim of the study was to identify knowledge, attitude and practice of elders about sexuality. Methods: Descriptive design: This study was administered in three elderly clubs in Mansoura city, Dakahlia Governorate. Subjects: 158 elderly people attending those clubs were included in the study. Data were collected through using four tools; Socio-demographic data and factor affecting sexual relationship, Knowledge about sexuality, Attitude and practice of elderly about sexuality. Results: The majority of the target subjects were females; more than half had moderate knowledge about sexuality and very few sexual relationships, most of the subjects reported that sexuality is unnecessary for them and that the most common risk factor influencing sexuality is the psychological condition. Conclusions: It was concluded that a negative correlation occurred between knowledge and attitude and the majority of target subjects had a neutral attitude. Therefore, it is recommended to implement a health education program about sexuality. This will help to improve knowledge, attitude and practice concerning sexuality.

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Section: Factors Affecting Sexuality Among Elderly Peoplesupporting

confidence: 58%

Knowledge, attitude and practice of elders about sexuality

Alam

Fadila²

2016

JNEP

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“…This generation, who were credited with bringing about the sexual revolution of the 60s and 70s [40], may be less constrained by the social and cultural forces that influenced beliefs about sexual practices, sex outside marriage and multiple partners than the current older generation [41]. Information on sexuality for consumers of residential care will become increasingly important, as the role of sexuality in the lives of older people is being more openly acknowledged [42].…”

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confidence: 99%

Catering to Love, Sex and Intimacy in Residential Aged Care: What Information is Provided to Consumers?

2008

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A survey was conducted to investigate the extent to which the 826 residential aged care facilities in the State of Victoria, Australia, inform prospective residents and family about how they cater to intimacy and sexuality needs in the written information they provide. An explanatory letter requesting any textual or graphical material that is made available that addresses the issue of intimacy and sexuality, was sent to aged care facility managers. Less than 20% of facilities responded after two reminders. A range of reasons for not participating were provided. Sixty-four percent of facilities indicated that they had no information available on the topic. The responses reinforce the view that older people's need for intimacy and sexual expression in residential care, remains on the periphery and is yet to receive sufficient attention.

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“…[45][46][47][48][49] Assumptions, stereotypical views, and overprotective judgments on the part of the healthcare professional may unnecessarily deter sexual counseling.…”

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confidence: 99%