Sexual health among older adults
10.3760/cma.j.cn112338-20230922-00181
- VernacularTitle:中老年人群性健康
- Author:
Huachun ZOU
1
;
Na HE
Author Information
1. 复旦大学公共卫生学院，上海 200032
- Keywords:
Community-based older adults;
Sexual health;
Aging
- From:
Chinese Journal of Epidemiology
2023;44(12):1864-1868
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
As human life expectancy increases, the population aging crisis is spreading worldwide. Sexual health is integral to the overall health of older adults. The 50-60-year-old age group is in a transitional phase of physiological changes (e.g., women going through menopause) and social changes (e.g., changes in work status and social identity). Individuals aged 60 years and above still have sexual desires. However, there is relatively little research on sexual health in this age group. In this context, this paper delves into topics related to sexual health among those aged 50 years and above, aiming to understand the evolution and influencing factors of sexual health in this population during various stages of aging. This information can be used to formulate relevant policies and promote the overall health of this population.
