Showing 11 results for Sexual Function
M. Beigi, M.sc., Z. Javanmardi, M.sc., M. Abdolahi, B.sc.,
Volume 16, Issue 2 (11-2008)
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Introduction & Objective: Sexual instinct which is the cause of numerous changes in one’s life could be influenced with numerous factors such as menopause and aging. This study was focused on comparison of women’s sexual functioning disorders before and after menopause.
Materials & Methods: This is a analytic cross sectional study in which the data related to before and after menopause sexual activities of 174 married women (living with their spouses) , referring to health centers in Isfahan in 2003 and being qualified to enter the study , were collected and investigated. The data were collected by self constructed sexual dysfunction inventory in that reliability and validity were reached by content validity and a chorenbach index. The findings were investigated and analyzed through descriptive and inferential (MC – Nemar) statistical tests by spss.
Results: The findings showed that relative frequency of sexual functioning disorders in productive period was 38% and in menopausal period as 72.4%. There was a significant association between sexual functioning disorders before and after menopausal period (P< 0.001). Frequency distribution of sexual functioning disorders in productive period of these women in according to severity of disorders are include: sexual disire disorder (49.2%), dyspareunia (34.3%), Arousal dysfunction (26.8%), orgasmic dysfunction (23.8%), and vaginismus (16.4%). Frequency distribution of sexual functioning disorders in monopausal period of these women are include: Arousal dysfunction(75.3%) sexual disire disorder (62.6%), orgasmic dysfunction(56.3%), dyspareunia (34.9%) and vaginismus (15.8%).
Conclusions: As revealed by the findings of the study,a high percentage of women experience sexual functioning disorders in productive and menopausal periods Menopause can be a cause to occur, or continue there disorders. The role of related experts in respect to conselling and education is emphasized.
Z. Tavakol, M.sc., S.t. Mirmolaei, Ph.d. Student, Z. Momeni Movahed, M.sc. Student, ,
Volume 19, Issue 2 (9-2011)
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Introduction & Objective:Human’s sexual activities were vital for him and over time Religious, Mystic and Historical conceptshave beenassociated with itself, too. The aim of this study is determined sexual function relationship with sexual satisfaction in referred to Tehran South City health centers in 2010.
Materials & Methods: Thisstudyisacross-sectional survey that conducted on 405 women of Referredtohealth centers. Data collectionwas a questionnaire. For dataanalysis was used descriptive statistics and statistical inference (T test, ANOVA test, Trendtest).
Results:The majority of study subjects (58.2%) had moderate sexual satisfaction. Of sexual function in recent months, most units (76.3%) had an intercourse or more per week. 34.5% of people in their most sexual activities, had a sense of being wet. Within a month, 35.2% of the units had reached orgasm sometimes. 50.7% of women reported that have come to the orgasm after his wife.
Conclusion:The result of this study showed that all variables related to sexual function of people were associated with their sexual satisfaction. Therefore recommended that established units in health centers for women's sexual health for consultation about female sexual function and the problems.
F. Mojdeh, M.sc, S. Zeighami Mohamadi, M.sc.,
Volume 21, Issue 1 (5-2013)
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Background: Sexual dysfunction is a common problem in women and has negative effects on their quality of life. Several factors affect sexual function. The aim of this study was to determine the relationship between depression and sexual function index among married women.
Methods: This is a descriptive- analytical study that was conducted on 200 womenreferred to the health clinic of Hazrat Ali hospital in Karaj on 2009. Samples were selected based on simple randomized method. Data was collected by interview. The used instruments included demographic data form, depression scale of the Center for Epidemiologic Studies (CES-D) and Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI). Data was analyzed by SPSS software, using descriptive statistics, t-test, ANOVA and logistic regression.
Results: The findings indicated that the mean score of female Sexual Function Index was 20.59±5.10(1.2-36 range) and their mean score of depression was17.61 ±11.63(0-60 range). Among the studied women 31.5% had mild to moderate depression and 98.5% had sexual dysfunction. The most common sexual problems were sexual arousal disorder 36%, sexual dissatisfaction 20% and orgasm disorder 16.5%. There were found significant associations between depression and sexual desire (OR 1.4, 95% CI 1.6-16.07) and depression and orgasm (OR 1.96, 95% CI 0. 02-0.72).
Conclusion: Sexual function is associated with one's mental status, so paying attention to sexual problems in depressed patients and also assessing and treating depression in patients with sexual disorders are recommended.
Arezoo Shayan, Arash Khalili, Mona Rahnavardi, Seyedeh Zahra Masoumi,
Volume 24, Issue 4 (12-2016)
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Background: Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in the various aspects of individual health, psychological and quality of life and sexual function to endanger. The aim of this study was to evaluate sexual function and mental health of women with breast cancer.
Materials and methods: This study was a cross - sectional study is cross-sectional. The sample size of 104 women with breast cancer referred to the MRI center of the city of Hamedan in 1394. To gather the data included demographic questionnaire, General Health Questionnaire (GHQ-28) and sexual function questionnaire (FSFI) was. Data analysis using SPSS software version 21, and descriptive statistics and Pearson correlation test was used.
Results: The mean age of women, 50.02 ± 12.07 years. Given the cut-off point, 81.6 percent (n = 84) had mental health problems and 85.8 percent (89) were men with sexual dysfunction. Based on the average listed highest prevalence of pain during intercourse and sexual desire was the lowest. Based on Pearson correlation between all dimensions of sexual function and general health of the place and there was a significant relationship.
Conclusion: Regarding the relationship between sexual function and mental health, sexual function in these patients is necessary status and the type of changes are discussed and advice on how to problems with the patient and his wife, and emotions to be done.
Zahra Hezbiiyan, Batol Khodakarami, Parisa Parsa, Mohammad Javad Faradmal,
Volume 24, Issue 4 (12-2016)
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Introduction and goal: Sexual problems are highly prevalent among women, which affects the different aspects of women's lives. Consultation in the early stages can solve many of their problems, and in case of detection of female sexual disorder to be treated by specialists. This study aimed to investigate the effect of counseling on sexual function has been done.
method: This semi-experimental case-control study, which focuses on women referred to health centers in Hamadan, was at a distance of at least 4 weeks after giving birth . Patients were divided randomly into two groups. The intervention group received four sessions. To gather the data, FSFI (Female Sexual Function Index) was used. The questionnaire was in two stages provide clients. Score of sexual function were measured before and after the intervention. The results were analyzed by chi-square and Mann-Whitney.
Results: The mean score of sexual function prior consultation in the intervention group 44.10 and After consultation was 17/54. And 28.53 in the control group and after consultations was 34.27. The test results show, The two groups did not exist before the intervention, after intervention in case there was a significant difference between the two groups.
Conclusion: The results can be acknowledged that the advice to postpartum women can improve their sexual performance is.
Ameneh Yaghoobzadeh, Mohammad Ali Soleimani, Nasim Bahrami, Yasaman Hatef Matbue, Behnaz Padash Amleshi,
Volume 26, Issue 2 (6-2018)
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Introduction: Sexual dysfunction is one of the impacts of cancer. Several factors have affect on improving or exacerbating sexual function. This study aimed to assess predictive factors of sexual function in women with gynecologic cancer.
Methods: In this descriptive cross-sectional study (during January to June, 2016), 800 patients with gynecologic cancers from two hospitals affiliated to Qazvin University of Medical Sciences were chosen by convenience sampling method. Data was collected using demographic questionnaire and Rosen sexual function index. In order for data analysis, descriptive (e.g the mean and standard deviation for continuous data, and the number (percentage) for qualitative) nominal variables and inferential statistics like multiple linear regression analysis were done. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS22.
Results: The mean score of sexual function among gynecologic cancer patients was reported 18.88 ±.36 (CI95: 18.17-19.59) and showed low level of sexual function. The results of the linear regression model showed that duration of disease (β = -.107, P =.001), stage of the cancer (β = -.908, P =.004), type of treatment (β =.563, P =.005), and social protection (β=.341, P=.001) can significantly predict women`s sexual function.
Conclusion: Considering the results of present study, four factors including duration of disease, stage of cancer, type of treatment and social support were found important to predict the sexual function in women with gynecological cancer. So, it is suggested to perform educational programs through media and health care centers in order to promote the awareness of patients, families, illness perception, and as the whole population.
Monireh Hasanzadeh, Bahman Akbari, Absss Abolghasemi,
Volume 27, Issue 4 (10-2019)
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Introduction: Women with infertility have psychological and sexual problems; therefore, the aim of this study was to determine the effectiveness of acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) on psychological well-being and sexual function of women with a history of infertility.
Methods: This was a semi-experimental pretest-posttest study with control group. A total of 30 infertile women referred to the Mehr Infertility Clinic in Rasht city during the 6 months (October 2017 to March 2018) were selected by available sampling method and randomly assigned to two groups of acceptance and commitment therapy (n = 15) and control group (n = 15). They completed the psychological well-being Reef and the sexual function of women Rosen questionnaire before and after the intervention and after 2 months follow-up. Data were analyzed by SPSS 19 and using multivariate covariance analysis and repeated measure ANOVA.
Results: Mancova showed that the ACT therapy in post-test stage had a significant effect on psychological well-being (P<0.01) and its components included self-acceptance, positive relationships with others (P<0.01), autonomy and life Purposeful life (P<0.05) and sexual function (P<0.01) and that the effect of ACT was Remained to follow up stage.
Conclusion: According to the results, it can be said that ACT therapy has an effective role in promoting the psychological well-being and sexual function of women with a history of infertility.
Mohammad Amini, Mahmoud Guodarzi, Shole Shahgheibi,
Volume 29, Issue 3 (9-2021)
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Background and Objective: Pregnancy causes many physical and psychological changes. Therefore, pregnant women may face many issues and problems, including a lack of reduced sexual function. This study was prepared to compare the effectiveness of cognitive-behavioral couple therapy training and the EIS (empathy, intimacy, and sexual satisfaction) model on sexual function in pregnant women.
Material and Methods: This was a semi-experimental study with pre- and post-test design. A total of 60 people among the statistical population, who met the inclusiojn criteria were chosen, and randomly divided into three groups of 20 (two intervention groups and one control group). The intervention participants were trained using cognitive-behavioral and EIS model in 8 sessions of 90 minutes, while the control group did not receive any training during this time. The tool used to collect data in pre- and post-test was the Women's Sexual Performance Index (FSFI). Data were analyzed using SPSS 23 at a significance level of 0.05.
Results: Findings showed that both cognitive-behavioral approaches and the EIS model are practical on sexual function and its subscales (sexual desire, sexual arousal, vaginal moisture, orgasm, sexual satisfaction, painful intercourse) (P<0.05). There is a difference in their effectiveness in this regard. The EIS model with a mean and standard deviation of 24.08 ± 1.85 had a more significant effect on sexual function than the cognitive-behavioral approach with a mean and variation of 17.58 ±1.1.
Conclusion: Therefore, it can be concluded that despite the differences between these two approaches (cognitive-behavioral approaches and EIS model), both are useful in terms of sexual function and its subscales. However, due to the greater effectiveness of the EIS model, it can be used during pregnancy besides the other cares.
Mahsa Sadat Mousavi, Zahra Kazemi,
Volume 31, Issue 1 (3-2023)
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Background and Objective: Healthy sexual performance leads to well-being with a high quality of life. The present study aimed to compare BETTER and PLISSIT approaches in the treatment of common sexual dysfunction among women referred to selected treatment centers in Isfahan, Iran in 2022.
Materials and Methods: This quasi-experimental study was conducted on 60 women with common sexual dysfunction (30 in the BETTER group and 30 in the PLISSIT group) who met the inclusion criteria, using a convenient sampling method. The female Sexual Function Index (FSFI) was the data collection tool. The members of the two groups individually participated in face-to-face counseling sessions. A follow-up test and completion of the questionnaires were performed one month and six months after the intervention. Data were analyzed using SPSS software (version 12).
Results: No significant difference was observed in the overall level of sexual function between the two groups before the intervention (P<0.05). However, one month and six months after the intervention, this level was significantly higher in the BETTER group than that in the PLISSIT group (P<0.05). The scores of sexual desire, sexual arousal, orgasm, and sexual satisfaction were significantly higher in the BETTER group one and six months after the intervention compared to those before the intervention, and the score of painful intercourse was significantly lower than that before the intervention.
Conclusion: The present study indicated that education and counseling in the form of a BETTER model can have better results on sexual function.
Zahra Karami, Farzaneh Soltani, Mohammad Ahmadpanah, Farideh Kazemi, Soodabeh Aghababaei,
Volume 31, Issue 3 (9-2023)
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Background and Objective: Inadequate information and false sexual beliefs are common psychological factors in sexual disorders. This study aimed to determine the effect of counseling on the sexual knowledge, attitude, and performance of women with sexual dysfunction.
Materials and Methods: This randomized controlled clinical trial was conducted on 80 women aged 18 to 30 years with sexual dysfunction. Samples were randomly assigned to two test and control groups. The required data were collected using a demographic form, the Sex Knowledge and Attitude Test, and Female Sexual Function Index. The intervention was performed in 4 counseling sessions of 45-90 minutes weekly based on the rapport building, exploring, decision making, and implementing the decision (REDI) model. Data were gathered before and 4 weeks after the intervention and analyzed using Stata-13 software. The significance level was considered less than 5%.
Results: After the intervention, the mean scores of sexual knowledge, sexual attitude, and sexual knowledge and attitude, as well as the total score of sexual function in the test group were obtained at 47.13±1.74, 51.16±2.34, 98.30± 3.73, and 26.29±2.46, respectively. These resultsshowed a statistically significant increase compared to before the intervention and also compared to the control group (P<0.001). After the intervention, the mean scores of sexual desire, orgasm, and pain domains showed a significant difference between the two test and control groups (P<0.05).
Conclusion: It was found that REDI model-based counseling was effective in improving the sexual knowledge, attitude, and function of young women with sexual dysfunction. Considering the simplicity and effectiveness of this method, it is recommended to use it in sexual counseling.
Elahe Amirkhalili, Mansoureh Jamshidimanesh,
Volume 32, Issue 4 (11-2024)
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Background and Objective: Women's sexual functioning changes after childbirth, and various factors play a role in it. The aim of this study was to determine the relationship between sexual functioning and dysfunctional sexual beliefs after childbirth.
Materials and Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted on 352 primiparous women after childbirth in 14 selected healthcare centers affiliated with the Iran University of Medical Sciences using a multi-stage sampling method. The data collection tools included a demographic questionnaire, pregnancy history, dysfunctional sexual beliefs, and a sexual functioning index. Data analysis was performed using SPSS 24 software, and the data were described using means, standard deviations, frequencies, and percentages. A stepwise multiple linear regression model was used to assess the relationship between sexual functioning variables and dysfunctional sexual beliefs. A significance level of less than 0.05 was considered.
Results: In this study, 19 percent of women had dysfunctional sexual beliefs, and 73 percent had undesirable sexual functioning. There was a significant correlation between dysfunctional beliefs and sexual functioning in primiparous women after childbirth (p = 0.001, β = -0.237), predicting a 10 percent variance in sexual functioning.
Conclusion: In this study, dysfunctional sexual beliefs were relatively high among primiparous women within 2 to 12 months after childbirth. Due to its association with sexual dysfunction, it seems that sexual beliefs should be addressed in marital counseling and throughout pregnancy.
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