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Sexual Dysfunction in the Life Cycle of Women: Implications for Psychological Health

Samet Kırat1

  • 1Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Faculty of Medicine, Kafkas University, Kars 36000, Turkey.

Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland)
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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

Sexual dysfunction (SD) affects women across life stages, with highest rates in postmenopausal women. Parity and psychological factors like stress influence SD risk, necessitating tailored care.

Area of Science:

  • Reproductive Medicine
  • Women's Health
  • Psychology

Background:

  • Sexual dysfunction (SD) is a common issue impacting women's quality of life.
  • SD's prevalence and association with psychological factors vary across premenopausal, pregnancy, and postmenopausal stages.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the relationship between sexual dysfunction and depression, anxiety, and stress in women across different life stages.
  • To identify risk factors and protective factors associated with sexual dysfunction.

Main Methods:

  • Prospective, cross-sectional study of 300 women (18-70 years) with SD symptoms.
  • Assessment using the Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI) and Depression Anxiety and Stress Scale (DASS-21).
  • Univariate and multivariate logistic regression analyses were performed.
Keywords:
anxietydepressionemotional stressmenopause

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Main Results:

  • SD prevalence was highest in postmenopausal women (96%), with significant decreases in lubrication and orgasm.
  • Parity was the sole independent risk factor for SD (p=0.011).
  • Weak negative correlations found between sexual function and depression, anxiety, and stress scores.

Conclusions:

  • Sexual health assessment and treatment should be individualized across life stages.
  • Biological, psychological, and social factors significantly influence women's sexual health.
  • Understanding life-stage specific SD is crucial for effective interventions.
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