J Korean Acad Adult Nurs.  2005 Jun;17(2):239-247.

The relationships among Body Image, Depression and Sexual function in Postmenopausal Women

• Kim JH
• Bae KE
• Moon HS
• Kang HI

Abstract

PURPOSE
The purpose of this study is to examine the relationship among body image, depression and sexual function in Korean postmenopausal women. METHODS: Subjects were 96 postmenopausal women who have lived in Korea. Data was collected using Semantic Differential scale, CES-D, and FSFI. RESULTS: The level of body image was positive, depression was mild, and sexual function was moderate. There were no significant correlation between depression and sexual function. The subjects who had more positive body image experienced higher sexual function and less depressed mood. CONCLUSION: These findings showed the need for a knowledge development program for nurses regarding women's sexual function. Also, nurses must do counseling with sexual partner's and consider patients' body image when counseling those who complain of sexual dysfunction

Keyword

Postmenopausal period; Woman; Body image; Depression; Sexual function

MeSH Terms

Body Image*
Counseling
Depression*
Female
Humans
Korea
Postmenopause
Semantic Differential
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