Changes in sexual function among midlife women: "I'm older… and I'm wiser".

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Women experience a variety of changes at midlife that may affect sexual function. Qualitative research approaches can allow a deeper understanding of women's experiences. We conducted 20 individual interviews and three focus groups among sexually active women aged 45 to 60 years (total n = 39) to explore how sexual function changes during midlife.

Methods

Interviews and focus groups were conducted by a trained facilitator using a semistructured guide. All data were audio-recorded and transcribed. Two investigators used a subsample of data to iteratively develop a codebook. The primary investigator coded all data. A second investigator coded a randomly selected 25% of interviews. Codes regarding changes in sexual function were examined and key themes emerged.

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SUBMITTER: Thomas HN 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5821528 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature