Sexual Lives of Senior Citizens in Nepal: Individuals’ Wellbeing and Policy Recommendations
Tulasi Acharya
Abstract:There has been inadequate research on the taboo topic of sex, especially concerning senior citizens in Nepal. People often consider sex among seniors as shameful and question their ability to engage in such activities. In Nepal, the Senior Citizens Acts, 2063, define individuals aged 60 years or above as seniors, and society tends to view them as asexual as they age. However, research suggests that sex plays a crucial role in a person's quality of life, wellbeing, and health, which is often overlooked in South… Show more
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