Sexual Health Article Feed
February 9th, 2025
The Role of Family Support and Dyadic Adjustment on the Psychological Well-being of Transgender Individuals: An Exploratory Study.
Lampis J; De Simone S; Lasio D; Serri F pubmed id: 37363352This study wanted to look at how well people work in pairs, the help they get from others, and how they feel mentally.
Have You Heard the News? The Effects of Exposure to News About Recent Transgender Legislation on Transgender Youth and Young Adults.
Dhanani LY; Totton RR pubmed id: 37363351Some new laws have been made that make it hard for transgender people to get the health care they need. These laws can also hurt people by spreading bad messages about transgender folks or causing problems with friends and family.
Delay Discounting for HIV/STI Testing.
Wongsomboon V; Webster GD pubmed id: 37363350The study looked at how waiting time affects people getting tested for HIV and STIs. It found that the longer people have to wait, the less likely they are to get tested.
Sexting Behaviors Before and During COVID-19 in Italian and Colombian Young Adults.
Morelli M; Plata MG; Isolani S; Zabala MEZ; Hoyos KPC; Tirado LMU; Gracia MSR; Barbosa CP; Pistella J; Zuffianò A; Gerbino M; Laghi F; Pastorelli C; Baiocco R pubmed id: 37363349This study looks at how young adults in Italy and Colombia exchanged messages, photos, and videos with sexual content before and during the COVID-19 pandemic. It aims to understand this behavior better.
Requesting HIV Results Be Conveyed in-Person: Perspectives of Clinicians and People Recently Diagnosed with HIV.
Wells N; Murphy D; Ellard J; Howard C; Keen P; Fairley C; Donovan B; Prestage G pubmed id: 37363348Some doctors in Australia usually tell people their HIV test results face to face. But for other test results like HIV-negative or STIs, doctors often use phone calls or texts. This difference in how results are given could make people think they have HIV before they even hear the result.
Body Uneasiness and Dissatisfaction Among Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Heterosexual Persons.
Muzi L; Nardelli N; Naticchioni G; Mazzeschi C; Baiocco R; Lingiardi V pubmed id: 37363347The study looked at how people who are lesbian, gay, or bisexual (LGB) feel about their bodies compared to people who are heterosexual. It also checked if body weight influences these feelings.
Sexual Rehabilitation After a Stroke: A Multi-site Qualitative Study About Influencing Factors and Strategies to Improve Services.
Auger LP; Filiatrault J; Allegue DR; Vachon B; Thomas A; Morales E; Rochette A pubmed id: 37362801The study looked at what affects how doctors help people with stroke with their health, especially relating to sexuality, and how to make their services better. They talked to doctors, a manager, and a patient in Canada and used special group activities and tools to find what helps or stops good service and made plans to improve it. They found lots of things that affect services, like what doctors know and how busy they are, and made a plan to help doctors do better in these areas.
Increasing Opportunities for Healthy Sexual Socialization in LGBTQ+ People with IDD: The Role of LGBTQ+ Organizations and Community.
Simić Stanojević I; Baugh M; Greer KM; Piatt J; Yarber W pubmed id: 37362800Some people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) who are also LGBTQ+ face challenges in learning about and exploring their sexuality because of stereotypes and a lack of support. This study looks at ways to help include these individuals in the LGBTQ+ community by using clear communication and better education to reduce stigma.
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de Wit W; Roeg D; Embregts PJCM pubmed id: 37362799The study talked to people with mild to borderline intellectual disabilities to learn what they think is important for sexual health. Five important areas were found, with romantic relationships and socialization being the most important. The findings can help create better sexual health support and education for them.
Trends and Challenges in Comprehensive Sex Education (CSE) Research in Sub-Saharan Africa: a Narrative Review.
Achen D; Fernandes D; Kemigisha E; Rukundo GZ; Nyakato VN; Coene G pubmed id: 37362203Teenagers in Sub-Saharan Africa face big challenges with their health as they grow up. Teaching them about sex and health is important to help them stay healthy. This paper talks about what's happening with sex education there and gives ideas for the future.
The Characteristics of Virtual Child Sexual Abuse Material Offenders and the Harms of Offending: A Qualitative Content Analysis of Print Media.
Christensen LS; Vickery N pubmed id: 37360021This study looked at how newspapers talk about virtual child sexual abuse material (VCSAM). They found that many articles explained it well and showed how harmful it can be, which can help make better rules and help prevent it in the future.
Masturbation Among Malaysian Young Adults: Associated Sexual and Psychological Well-Being Outcomes.
Phuah LA; Teng JHJ; Goh PH pubmed id: 37360020The study looked at how often young adults in Malaysia masturbate and how it affects them. It found that most people had tried it at least once, but doing it more often didn't always make them happier. In fact, more frequent masturbation was linked to feeling more anxious and stressed.
Changes and Forms of Sexual Behaviour in old age: A Qualitative Study of Older People in Southeastern Nigeria.
Ede SS; Chepngeno-Langat G; Okoh CF pubmed id: 37360019Older people can still be interested in and have different types of sexual behaviors. In this study, older people in Nigeria showed they may act less physically but connect more emotionally in their relationships. The research suggests that even with aging, people can keep their sexual interests in new ways that include more caring and emotional bonds.
Caring, Chemistry, and Orgasms: Components of Great Sexual Experiences.
Walker AM; Lutmer A pubmed id: 37360018Researchers interviewed people about what makes sex great. They found that important parts of great sex include orgasm, emotions, and chemistry. Some people said emotions like love or trust helped them enjoy sex more, but others said physical connection was the most important.
Prevalence and Impact of Revenge Pornography on a Sample of Portuguese Women.
Murça A; Cunha O; Almeida TC pubmed id: 37360017The study looked at what happens when people's private photos are shared without their permission in Portugal. It found that women who had this happen felt more humiliated, anxious, and sad, and had lower self-esteem. Not many studies like this have been done there, so this research helps us learn more about the problem.
American Singles' Attitudes Toward Future Romantic/Sexual Partners' COVID-19 Vaccination Status: Evidence for both Vigilance and Indifference in a National Sample.
T Campbell J; Bennett-Brown M; S Marcotte A; M Kaufman E; Moscovici Z; R Adams O; Lovins S; R Garcia J; N Gesselman A pubmed id: 37360016Many people in the U.S. are single and dating, which affects how they feel about COVID-19 vaccination. A study found that most singles prefer partners who match their own vaccine status; vaccinated people want vaccinated partners, and some unvaccinated or flexible people are often younger, belong to minority groups, or have different political views. This shows that people usually look for partners with similar thoughts on the vaccine.
Women's experience of infertility & treatment - A silent grief and failed care and support.
Assaysh-Öberg S; Borneskog C; Ternström E pubmed id: 37356208Many people around the world face challenges with having babies, which can make women feel very sad and stressed. This study looked at how women feel when they can't have babies and try treatments like IVF. The women felt let down by doctors and society, which made things harder for them.
'Change creates change' - older female sex workers' experiences through the early COVID-19 pandemic.
Brennan RP; Fitzgerald L; Dean JA; Selvey L pubmed id: 37355340The study looked at how older female sex workers in Queensland, Australia, were affected by COVID-19. Some continued their work while others stopped, trying to handle health and money challenges. They adapted by being more careful with clients and getting help from others, and the study suggests making sex work legal could help protect them.
A virtual, group-based mindfulness intervention for midlife and older women with low libido lowers sexual distress in a randomized controlled pilot study.
Thomas HN; Brotto LA; de Abril Cameron F; Yabes J; Thurston RC pubmed id: 37353906Many women have low interest in sex, which can make them feel bad. Mindfulness may help women want sex more, but current programs don't fit the needs of middle-aged and older women.
Precarious Manhood Beliefs Are Positively Associated with Erectile Dysfunction in Cisgender Men.
Walther A; Rice T; Eggenberger L pubmed id: 37351710This study looks at how beliefs about needing to prove manhood might relate to problems like erectile dysfunction in men. They found that men who believed manhood is something that can be lost easily had a harder time with sexuality. This suggests these beliefs might stress men out, making it harder to perform sexually.
Substance Use and Relationship Functioning Among Young Male Couples.
Smith MS; Newcomb ME pubmed id: 37351709This study looked at how substance use affects the relationship quality for male couples. Researchers found that different patterns of substance use can affect how happy or aggressive couples are towards each other, and these effects might be different from those in other types of couples.
Vestibular tissue changes following administration of intravaginal prasterone: a vulvoscopic open-label pilot study in menopausal women with dyspareunia.
Goldstein SW; Goldstein I; Kim NN pubmed id: 37351544Prasterone is a treatment that helps menopausal women with pain by making their vaginal health better. Studies showed it works by turning into hormones that make the tissue healthier and less painful.
Sexual communication patterns in couples with vulvodynia-a case-control behavioral observation study.
Ekholm E; Blaker H; Gottlander L; Zhao X; Linton SJ; Dewitte M; Flink IK pubmed id: 37350134The study talks about how talking about sex is important when helping women with a condition called vulvodynia that causes pain. But, scientists need to watch how couples with this condition talk to each other to learn how to help them better.
The Impact of Parent-Adolescent Communication on Reduction of Sexual Risk Possibility Among Adolescents: Findings from the Suubi-Maka Study.
Nattabi J; Nabunya P; Kizito S; Nabayinda J; Kiyingi J; Ssewamala F pubmed id: 37349655Adolescents and young people face big health risks from risky sexual behaviors. This study found that talking with parents can help lower these risks. It is important to make it easier for kids and parents to talk openly about these topics.
Sexually transmissible infections (STI) and HIV testing and diagnosis among Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal adolescents in contact with the Australian justice system: a cross-sectional study.
Taflan P; Simpson PL; Wilson M; Jones J; Donovan B; Amin J; Nathan S; Butler T pubmed id: 37344218Researchers are trying to figure out what causes make teenagers in trouble with the law more likely to get tested for or diagnosed with certain infections like HIV. They are also looking to see if these reasons are different for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander teenagers.
U=U, PrEP and the unrealised promise of ending HIV-related stigma.
Wells N pubmed id: 37344211HIV treatment can lower the virus to undetectable levels and stop it from spreading during sex, but people with HIV still face stigma and rejection. It's important for everyone, not just those with HIV, to help fight this stigma.
'HIV made me fabulous': a qualitative analysis of embodied storytelling in film to address stigma, further understandings of U=U and advance gender equity.
Bhanji A; Kaida A; Roche J; Kilpatrick E; Anam F; Nicholson V; Muchenje M; Brotto LA; Carter A pubmed id: 37344190The study looked at how watching a film about a campaign that says people with HIV can't spread it if treated (U=U) could change people's views. It focused on women with HIV and how seeing the film might help others understand them better and reduce unfair treatment.
The way you make me feel: an ecological momentary assessment study on couple similarity in sexual arousal and its sexual, relational, and affective correlates.
Pawłowska A; Janssen E; Dewitte M pubmed id: 37344001Most research about feeling excited in a romantic way comes from studying people alone, usually in a lab. But, people often feel this way when they are with someone they care about.
: a qualitative study on providers' lived experiences with liberalised abortion care in the Republic of Ireland.
Dempsey B; Connolly M; Higgins MF pubmed id: 37335387This study looked at how medical workers in Ireland feel about providing abortion care after the law changed in 2018. The workers said most people think the services are safe and good, but there are some people who still disagree with abortions. The workers sometimes felt unsure about their work, but they all felt it was important and wanted to keep helping people.
Contraceptive access experiences and perspectives of Mexican-origin youth: a binational qualitative study.
Mitchell A; Gutmann-Gonzalez A; Brindis CD; Decker MJ pubmed id: 37335382Young people need access to birth control, but they often face problems getting it. This study looked at young moms in Mexico and California, finding that their worries about what others think and limited choices make it hard for them to get the birth control they want. Fixing these issues can help them have better health care.
Contraceptive method switching and discontinuation during the COVID-19 pandemic in Myanmar: findings from a longitudinal cohort study.
Felker-Kantor E; Aung YK; Wheeler J; Keller B; Paudel M; Little K; Thein ST pubmed id: 37335341The paper looks at how women in Myanmar changed or stopped using birth control during the COVID-19 pandemic. It found that many women had trouble getting their birth control because of the pandemic, which led them to switch or stop using their methods. The study suggests that Myanmar should find better ways to help women get the birth control they need during such times.
Student midwives' perspectives of women's sexual and reproductive health literacy in Turkey.
Church S; Ejder Apay S; Gurol A; Slaveva Y; Mills R pubmed id: 37331301This study looked at how well women understand health information about their sexual and reproductive health. It also talked about how important it is for midwives and women to have the right information. The research also explored how social and cultural factors might make it harder for women to know about their health.
Restrictive points of entry into abortion care in Ireland: a qualitative study of expectations and experiences with the service.
Chakravarty D; Mishtal J; Grimes L; Reeves K; Stifani B; Duffy D; Murphy M; Favier M; Horgan P; Chavkin W; Lavelanet A pubmed id: 37326515The research paper talks about the problems women in Ireland face when trying to get an early medical abortion. It found that there are delays and extra problems, especially for migrant women and those from different communities.
Predictors of starting and stopping chemsex in men who have sex with men in England: findings from the AURAH2 prospective study.
Hammond R; Cambiano V; Lampe FC; Asboe D; Clarke A; Gilson R; Hart GJ; Miltz AR; Nwokolo N; Johnson AM; Phillips AN; Speakman A; Whitlock G; Rodger A; Sewell J pubmed id: 37321843Some people take drugs when they have sex, which can make it easier to get diseases like HIV. It's important to find out who might start using drugs this way so they can get help to stay safe. There's no research yet that shows why people start or stop using drugs during sex over time.
Where the Great Cities Go, Do Other Cities Follow? Divergent Trajectories of LGBTQ Organizational Growth Across the United States During the AIDS Crisis.
Somashekhar M; Negro G pubmed id: 37318373This study shows that during the AIDS crisis, more LGBTQ organizations were created in smaller cities than in big cities like San Francisco. The types of organizations were also more varied in these smaller cities. The research warns against assuming big cities are the only important places for understanding LGBTQ life.
Adults and Family as Supportive of Adolescent Sexual Development in the Age of Smartphones? Exploring Cybersexual Violence Victimization, Pornography Use, and Risky Sexual Behaviors.
Rivas-Koehl M; Valido A; Espelage DL; Lawrence TI pubmed id: 37316619The research studied how online experiences, like cyberbullying and watching porn, might affect teens' choices related to sex. They found that these online experiences could lead to risky behaviors, but having supportive adults, like parents and teachers, might help teens make safer choices.
Struggling, Forgotten, and Under Pressure: A Scoping Review of Experiences of Sex Workers During the COVID-19 Pandemic.
Brooks SK; Patel SS; Greenberg N pubmed id: 37311934The COVID-19 pandemic made life really hard for sex workers, affecting their money, safety, and health. Many couldn't work during lockdowns and didn't get government help, so they struggled to get by. Some tried working online, but not everyone could do that, and they still faced risks if clients refused to follow safety rules.
Factors influencing the risk of repeat termination of pregnancy: A register-based study in Finland.
Kc S; Gissler M; Heino A; Klemetti R pubmed id: 37307625This study looked at how different things like people's background, details about ending a pregnancy, and birth control can change the chance of having another pregnancy ended.
Barriers and Facilitators to, and Experience of, Voluntary Medical Male Circumcision Among Men Who Have Sex with Men in China: A Mixed-Methods Study.
Sun Y; He L; Gao Y; Fitzpatrick T; Zhang W; Yang L; Fu L; Luo S; Zou H pubmed id: 37296334The study looked at why men who have sex with men (MSM) might want or not want to do voluntary medical male circumcision (VMMC) to help prevent HIV. They found that some people were afraid of pain, cost, and healing time, but others thought it helped with personal hygiene. It's important to help people understand VMMC better so more MSM might choose to have the procedure.
Sexual well-being among young people in remote rural island communities in Scotland: a mixed methods study.
MacGilleEathain R; Smith T; Steele I pubmed id: 37295934Young people in rural areas have trouble getting help for their sexual health because of problems like transportation and knowing the healthcare staff personally. They might also worry about others judging them. This can make health problems worse for these young people.
Influence of the birthing room design on midwives' job satisfaction - A cross-sectional online survey embedded in the 'Be-Up' study.
Wangler S; Simon A; Meyer G; Ayerle GM pubmed id: 37295182This study looks at how the design of a special birthing room might affect how happy midwives are with their jobs. It checks if a different birthing room design makes midwives more satisfied.
Freebirth, the only option for women who do not fit into common practice- A Swedish national interview study.
Johansson M; Jansson O; Lilja F; Ekéus C; Volgsten H pubmed id: 37295181This research looks at how women feel about giving birth without a midwife or doctor, called freebirth. It aims to understand their experiences and reasons for choosing this way to have a baby.
"Almost like it was really underground": a qualitative study of women's experiences locating services for unintended pregnancy in a rural Australian health system.
Noonan A; Black KI; Luscombe GM; Tomnay J pubmed id: 37294446The study found that rural women in Australia face many difficulties when dealing with unintended pregnancies. They have trouble finding healthcare services and support due to long distances, few doctors, and small-town culture. The research suggests that rural areas need better access to reproductive health services, like abortion.
Developing the menstrual justice agenda: insights from a mixed method study in the mid-western region of Nepal.
Amery F; Channon M; Puri MC; Thomson J pubmed id: 37294332This paper talks about "menstrual justice" and how important it is. The researchers studied girls and women in Nepal to better understand what they need during their periods, like handling pain and feeling safe. They found that it's about more than just health; it also involves treating them fairly and helping with things like education and the environment.
The impact of COVID-19 mitigation measures on sexual and reproductive health in low- and middle-income countries: a rapid review.
Ochola E; Andhavarapu M; Sun P; Mohiddin A; Ferdinand O; Temmerman M pubmed id: 37294328The research found that COVID-19 safety measures made it harder for women in some countries to get important health services like pregnancy care and family planning. There was also more violence against women during this time. The study suggests that leaders should think about these effects when deciding on safety rules.
Impact of female stress urinary incontinence and related treatments on the sexual function of male partners: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
Tian Z; Wang X; Fu L; Du Z; Sun Z pubmed id: 37291077The research does not yet know if treatments for a problem called SUI, which some women have, change how their male partners feel about sex. They are still trying to find out more about this topic.
Assessment of the effect of mindfulness monotherapy on sexual dysfunction symptoms and sex-related quality of life in women.
Jąderek I; Obarska K; Lew-Starowicz M pubmed id: 37287733Mindfulness-based therapies are often used to help with problems related to sexual functions. However, there is not enough proof yet that using only mindfulness without other treatments works well for these issues.
A systematic review on the efficacy of CBT interventions for the mental and sexual health of survivors of prostate cancer.
Pieramico S; Castro R; Aguiar S; Bismarck F; Ferreira D; Carvalho J; Quinta Gomes AL; Nobre P pubmed id: 37286525Prostate cancer is a common disease in men that can make them feel sick and unhappy. Research shows that a type of talking therapy called cognitive-behavioral therapy can help men with prostate cancer feel better mentally and improve their sexual health.
Changes in Mental Health and Well-Being Are Associated With Living Arrangements With Parents During COVID-19 Among Sexual Minority Young Persons in the U.S.
Salerno JP; Doan L; Sayer LC; Drotning KJ; Rinderknecht RG; Fish JN pubmed id: 37283818The study found that young people who identify as a sexual minority had more mental health problems during COVID-19, especially if they lived with their parents. These problems were bigger for those who moved back home due to the pandemic. This means there's a big need for mental health help and family education for these young people.
Unprecedented increase in syphilis cases among heterosexual men and women in Japan, 2021-2022.
Kasamatsu A; Takahashi T; Arima Y; Otsuka M; Arashiro T; Ito H; Tabata S; Yamagishi T; Suzuki M pubmed id: 37282345There were a lot more cases of syphilis in Japan during 2021 and 2022, with over 12,000 cases reported in 2022. This big increase in cases is a public health concern and shows the need for more testing and prevention.