Prevalence of sexual dysfunction in women: Results of a survey study of 329 women in an outpatient gynecological clinic

Few studies have investigated the prevalence of sexual dysfunction in nonclinical samples. In the present study, a standardized sexual function questionnaire was administered to 329 healthy women, aged 18-73 years, all of whom were enrolled in a Women's Wellness Center. About two-thirds of the...

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Veröffentlicht in:Journal of sex & marital therapy 1993-09, Vol.19 (3), p.171-188
Hauptverfasser: Rosen, Raymond C., Taylor, Jennifer F., Leiblum, Sandra R., Bachmann, Gloria A.
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Sprache:eng
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Zusammenfassung:Few studies have investigated the prevalence of sexual dysfunction in nonclinical samples. In the present study, a standardized sexual function questionnaire was administered to 329 healthy women, aged 18-73 years, all of whom were enrolled in a Women's Wellness Center. About two-thirds of the sample were married or living with a partner, and most women were employed outside of the home. A broad range of sexual behavior frequencies were observed, with 48.5% reporting at least weekly intercourse, compared to 28.4% who were not sexually active at the time of study. Among the most common sexual problems reported were anxiety or inhibition during sexual activity (38.1%c), lack of sexual pleasure (16.3%), and difficulty in achieving orgasm (15.4%c). Other common problems were lack of lubrication (13.6%)) and painful intercourse (11.3%), each of which was significantly more prevalent in the postmenopausal group. Despite these difficulties, 68.6%) of the sample rated their overall sexual relationship as satisfactory. Age and relationship status were significant predictors of sexual satisfaction, with older women and singles reporting a higher incidence of sexual problems. Educational level, religious affiliation, and employment status were not predictive of sexual dysfunction in the present study.
ISSN:0092-623X
1521-0715
DOI:10.1080/00926239308404902