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Geriatric sexuality breakdown syndrome

M J Kaas

    International Journal of Aging & Human Development
    |January 1, 1981
    PubMed
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    The Geriatric Sexuality Breakdown Syndrome describes how social environments can lead older adults to self-identify as non-sexual. This paper suggests ways to interrupt this cycle for improved sexual health in seniors.

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    Area of Science:

    • Gerontology
    • Sociology
    • Human Sexuality

    Background:

    • The social environment significantly impacts older individuals.
    • The Social Breakdown Syndrome framework provides a basis for analysis.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To propose the Geriatric Sexuality Breakdown Syndrome (GSBS).
    • To examine the relationship between social factors and sexual activity in older adults.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilizing the Social Breakdown Syndrome as a theoretical model.
    • Describing a cycle of events leading to diminished sexual activity and self-identification as non-sexual.

    Main Results:

    • An older individual can progress through stages of reduced sexual activity.

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  • The endpoint is the individual identifying as non-sexual, influenced by social factors.

    • Conclusions:

    • The Geriatric Sexuality Breakdown Syndrome is a proposed model for understanding sexual decline in seniors.
    • Interventions can be developed to disrupt this syndrome and support sexual health in older adults.