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Body image and female sexual functioning and behavior: a review
Liesbeth Woertman1, Femke van den Brink
1Department of Psychology, Division of Clinical and Health Psychology, Utrecht University, Netherlands. e.m.woertman@uu.nl
Journal of Sex Research
|March 3, 2012
Summary
Body image concerns significantly impact women's sexual functioning across all domains. Negative cognitions and self-consciousness are key factors influencing sexual experiences and behaviors.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Human Sexuality
- Body Image Research
Background:
- Recent advancements in understanding body image and sexuality.
- Growing body of research exploring the intersection of these fields.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review empirical evidence on the association between body image and sexuality in healthy women.
- To synthesize findings from 57 studies to identify key relationships.
Main Methods:
- Systematic review of 57 empirical studies.
- Compilation and analysis of existing data on body image and sexual functioning.
Main Results:
- Body image issues negatively affect all aspects of sexual functioning.
- Cognitions and self-consciousness are central to the body image-sexuality relationship.
- Body evaluations interfere with sexual responses, experiences, behavior, and avoidance.
Conclusions:
- Body image significantly influences women's sexual health and experiences.
- Cognitive factors and self-consciousness play a crucial role in sexual well-being.
- Addressing body image concerns is vital for improving sexual functioning in women.
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