Help-seeking behaviors for female sexual dysfunction in Iran
Author Information
Author(s): Vahdaninia Mariam, Montazeri Ali, Goshtasebi Azita
Primary Institution: Iranian Institute for Health Sciences Research (IHSR), ACECR, Tehran, Iran
Hypothesis
What are the help-seeking behaviors among women with female sexual dysfunction in Iran?
Conclusion
Many women with female sexual dysfunction did not seek help, often due to time constraints or not recognizing the problem.
Supporting Evidence
- 51% of women studied experienced at least one sexual dysfunction.
- 35.8% of women with sexual dysfunction did not seek professional help.
- The most common reasons for not seeking help were time constraints and not recognizing the problem.
Takeaway
This study looked at women in Iran who have sexual problems and found that many don't ask for help because they are too busy or don't think it's a big deal.
Methodology
Cross-sectional study using quota sampling and interviews with trained female nurses.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to reliance on self-reported data and cultural factors affecting responses.
Limitations
The study relied on women's subjective impressions of their sexual dysfunction and assessed different domains with only one question each.
Participant Demographics
Women aged 15 and over, primarily housewives, with a mean age of 33.2 years.
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