Sexual Aging: A Systematic Review of Qualitative Research on the Sexuality and Sexual Health of Older Adults
@article{Sinkovi2018SexualAA, title={Sexual Aging: A Systematic Review of Qualitative Research on the Sexuality and Sexual Health of Older Adults}, author={Matija Sinkovi{\'c} and Lauren B Towler}, journal={Qualitative Health Research}, year={2018}, volume={29}, pages={1239 - 1254} }
Negative stereotypes regarding the sex lives of older adults persist, despite sexuality being an important factor that influences the quality of life. We conducted a systematic review of the qualitative literature on the sexuality and sexual health of older adults to address which topics have been researched and the quality of research within this field. We searched PsycINFO, SocINDEX, MEDLINE, and CINAHL for qualitative articles investigating the sexuality of adults aged 60+ years. We analyzed…
64 Citations
Sexuality and aging: Is it time for a new sexual revolution?
- PsychologySocial science & medicine
- 2022
Sex and Relationships in Later Life: Older Adults' Experiences and Perceptions of Sexual Changes.
- PsychologyJournal of sex research
- 2022
The aim of this study was to explore the sexual lives of older adults in the UK to elucidate their experiences of sexual changes and problems, and the role of intimacy and interpersonal support in…
Sexuality and the Older Adult
- PsychologyCurrent Psychiatry Reports
- 2019
An overview of biopsychosocial components of sexuality in older adults, sexual expression in older LGBTQ and cognitively impaired adults, and inappropriate sexual behaviors (ISBs) in dementia is provided.
Communicating with older adults about sexual issues: How are these issues handled by physicians with and without training in human sexuality?
- Medicine, PsychologyHealth & social care in the community
- 2020
The present study highlights the importance of human sexuality training for physicians and points out the effects of such training on the discourse, diagnosis and treatment of sexual concerns in later life.
Factors Conditioning Sexual Behavior in Older Adults: A Systematic Review of Qualitative Studies
- PsychologyJournal of clinical medicine
- 2020
A wide variety of physiological and psychological factors that can influence the sexual behavior of older adults, such as the presence of pathologies, the strength of spiritual beliefs, and patriarchal roles upheld by upbringings conveying that women’s role is to provide men with sexual pleasure are identified.
“Love in the Later Years…”: Perceptions of Sex and Sexuality in Older Indian Adults — a Qualitative Exploration
- Medicine, PsychologyConsortium Psychiatricum
- 2022
It is suggested that older people retain sexual desires and fantasies through changed patterns and expectations as well as being accepting of their sexual difficulties and coped through relationship dynamics.
“What Do You Mean by Sex?” A Qualitative Analysis of Traditional versus Evolved Meanings of Sexual Activity among Older Women and Men
- PsychologyJournal of sex research
- 2020
Investigating the understanding of sexual activity as reported by 30 women and men from Poland, aged 65 to 82, found that the dominant perception of sex as intercourse among some study participants evolved into an intimacy-oriented and partner-focused activity.
Dementia and its impacts on the intimate, sexual couple relationship: A systematic review of qualitative research studies
- PsychologyDementia
- 2022
Objective There is growing evidence for the need to recognize persons with dementia as sexual beings who wish to continue expressing their sexuality, including within their couple relationship. The…
Sexuality, quality of life and psychological well-being in older adults: A correlational study
- Psychology, MedicineEuropean journal of obstetrics & gynecology and reproductive biology: X
- 2023
Markers of Sexual Life and Health in Association with Internet Use for Sexual Purposes in Czechs Aged 50 and Older
- Psychology, Medicine
- 2020
The findings suggest that older people use the Internet as a convenient source for sexual stimuli and for enhancing partnered sex, and online sex shops may be beneficial for their sexual lives.
References
SHOWING 1-10 OF 79 REFERENCES
Sexual Expression in Later Life: A Review and Synthesis
- PsychologyJournal of sex research
- 2012
This review suggests that men and women remain sexually active into their 70s and 80s, and good physical and mental health, positive attitudes toward sex in later life, and access to a healthy partner are associated with continued sexual activity.
Sexual desire among Mexican-American older women: a qualitative study
- PsychologyCulture, health & sexuality
- 2010
Key themes differentiating among respondents’ levels of sexual desire and fantasies included the availability of a suitable partner, cultural and religious norms pertinent to women's sexuality, stigma related to sexuality in older age, and health status.
Geriatric sexual experiences: The seniors tell all.
- Medicine, PsychologyApplied nursing research : ANR
- 2015
Sexuality in Older Adults (65+)—An Overview of The Recent Literature, Part 2: Body Image and Sexual Satisfaction
- Psychology
- 2017
ABSTRACT Objectives: the aim of the paper is to provide an overview of the literature published 2005-2015 on sexual satisfaction and body image in older adults. Method: A narrative literature search…
Challenging Social Myths and Stereotypes of Women and Aging: Heterosexual Women Talk About Sex
- Sociology, PsychologyJournal of women & aging
- 2008
A material-discursive analysis revealed that whilst participants rejected the asexual discourse of aging they accepted it for women older than themselves, and sexual activity was constructed as having psychological and physiological benefits for couples within committed relationships.
The Sexuality Experience of Older Widows in Korea
- PsychologyQualitative health research
- 2014
The sexual lives of older widows entailed a process of recovering their femininity, self-achievement, and self-esteem, which helped them to live independent lives by developing more active and flexible attitudes.
Sex, desire and pleasure: considering the experiences of older Australian women
- PsychologySexual and relationship therapy : journal of the British Association for Sexual and Relationship Therapy
- 2015
It is confirmed that older women's experiences of sex and sexual desire are diverse and fluid, and the factors affecting sexual behaviour and desire also influence the way in which women are able to negotiate sexual interaction with their partners.
A Qualitative Exploration of Factors That Affect Sexual Desire Among Men Aged 30 to 65 in Long-Term Relationships
- PsychologyJournal of sex research
- 2017
The findings suggest that men’s sexual desire may be more complex and relational than previous research suggests and implications for researchers and therapists are discussed.
Sexuality in Older Adults (65+)—An Overview of the Literature, Part 1: Sexual Function and its Difficulties
- Psychology, Medicine
- 2017
The review showed that although common biological changes may adversely affect sexual function in old age, sexual experience seems to also be affected by psychological and interpersonal factors.
Psychosocial factors and ageing in older lesbian, gay and bisexual people: a systematic review of the literature.
- Psychology, MedicineJournal of clinical nursing
- 2016
Psychosocial influences included the challenge of societal stigma, but also resilience individuals demonstrate through a positive attitude must continue to be investigated for services to best meet the needs of this population of individuals.