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The Impact of Aging on Human Sexuality
Author(s) -
Rienzo Barbara A.
Publication year - 1985
Publication title -
journal of school health
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.851
H-Index - 86
eISSN - 1746-1561
pISSN - 0022-4391
DOI - 10.1111/j.1746-1561.1985.tb04081.x
Subject(s) - human sexuality , psychosocial , sexuality education , psychology , healthy aging , health professionals , gerontology , sex education , medicine , psychotherapist , health care , sociology , gender studies , political science , law
Review of gerontological and medical literature reveals the need for education for lay persons and professionals about the effects of the aging process on human sexuality. Primary prevention of psychosocial problems and sexual dysfunction could be abated by including accurate information about sexuality and aging and effective communication techniques in sexuality education programs, including those with young adults. In addition, professional preparation of health educators must include the skills and knowledge needed in this area.