#295: Aging, Body Image and Sexuality (Body Image Series)
Eat the Rules with Summer Innanen
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Exploring the Impact of Perimenopause on Sexual Functioning
This chapter delves into the findings from studies on perimenopause and sexual functioning, highlighting reduced sexual desire, increased pain during intercourse, and the role of psychosocial factors in aging. It discusses the intersection of pain, arousal, and satisfaction in sexual experiences, emphasizing the importance of considering breaks and accelerators in relation to changes in sexuality with age. The chapter also touches on body image, societal influences, gender norms, and caregiving responsibilities in relation to sexual desire and functioning for midlife women.
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