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Sexual dysfunction in women: population based epidemiological study.

N Kadri1, K H McHichi Alami, S McHakra Tahiri

  • 1University Psychiatric Center, Casablanca, Morocco. n.kadri@casanet.net.ma

Archives of Women'S Mental Health
|January 3, 2003
PubMed
Summary

Sexual dysfunction affects over a quarter of women in Casablanca, with hypoactive sexual desire disorder being most common. Despite awareness, few seek help for these common sexual health issues.

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Area of Science:

  • Reproductive Health
  • Epidemiology
  • Psychiatry

Background:

  • Sexual dysfunction is a prevalent issue affecting women's quality of life.
  • Understanding its prevalence in diverse populations is crucial for targeted interventions.
  • Existing data from North Africa, particularly Morocco, is limited.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the prevalence of sexual dysfunction in women aged 20 and older in Casablanca, Morocco.
  • To identify demographic and psychosocial factors associated with sexual dysfunction.
  • To assess help-seeking behaviors among affected women.

Main Methods:

  • An epidemiological study was conducted on a representative sample of 728 women in Casablanca.
  • Sexual dysfunction was diagnosed based on Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fourth Edition (DSM-IV) criteria.

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  • Data were collected on demographics, sexual health history, and associated factors.

    • Main Results:

    • The prevalence of sexual dysfunction was 26.6% among women in the study sample.
    • Hypoactive sexual desire disorder was the most frequently diagnosed condition.
    • Factors such as age, financial dependency, number of children, and history of sexual harassment were significantly associated with sexual dysfunction.

    Conclusions:

    • Sexual dysfunction is a significant public health concern for women in Casablanca.
    • Specific demographic and psychosocial factors increase vulnerability to sexual dysfunction.
    • Despite awareness of negative impacts, help-seeking rates remain low, indicating a need for improved access to care and destigmatization efforts.