articleNew England Journal of MedicineAug 22, 2007BRONZE OA

A Study of Sexuality and Health among Older Adults in the United States

University of Chicago Medical Center · University of Chicago · +1 more institution

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Abstract

Background

Despite the aging of the population, little is known about the sexual behaviors and sexual function of older people.

Methods

We report the prevalence of sexual activity, behaviors, and problems in a national probability sample of 3005 U.S. adults (1550 women and 1455 men) 57 to 85 years of age, and we describe the association of these variables with age and health status.

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Topics & keywords

Keywords
  • Human sexuality
  • Sexual function
  • Gerontology
  • Psychology
  • Sexual behavior
  • Population ageing
  • Reproductive health
  • Population
UN Sustainable Development Goals
  • Gender equality
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