Eva Elmerstig
Biographic Data
| ID | 5224904 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Eva Elmerstig |
| GIVEN NAMES | Eva |
| FAMILY NAME | Elmerstig |
| SIGNATURE | ELMERSTIG E |
| AFFILIATIONS | Malmö University |
| ORCID | 0000-0003-2255-6547 |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 9 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 23 |
| AUTHOR COUNT | 9 |
| EDITOR COUNT | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2016 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2025 |
| H-INDEX | 3 |
Sexuality and Intimacy Among Young Adults With Intellectual Disabilities in Sweden: Support Networks
Research shows that young adults with intellectual disabilities are eager to engage in conversations about sexuality and intimacy, but the nuances of these discussions from their own perspective remain unexplored. This study aims to understand the challenges, facilitators, and dynamics that influence these young adults' engagement in conversations about sexuality and intimacy with family, friends, and support networks. The data comprise 22 qualit…
The relationship between dominant Western discourse and personal narratives of female genital cutting: Exploring storytelling among Swedish-Somali girls and women
The article places the analysis within broader discussions about anti-FGC work and considers the implications in relation to efforts to end FGC
Changes in Intimacy and Sexuality During the Covid-19 Pandemic: A Qualitative Analysis of Data from a Survey on Partnered Individuals in Eight European Countries
This qualitative study explores experiences of intimacy and sexuality during the first phase of the COVID-19 pandemic of 3357 participants from Croatia, the Czech Republic, the Netherlands, France, Germany, Portugal, Sweden, and Turkey. Data were collected through open-ended questions within a survey on sexuality during the pandemic. Based on a reflexive thematic analysis three themes occurred. The first theme No change was described by 41% when …
Perceived Changes in Sexual Interest and Distress About Discrepant Sexual Interest During the First Phase of Covid-19 Pandemic: A Multi-Country Assessment in Cohabiting Partnered Individuals
Preconditions to parenthood: Changes over time and generations
Reproductive decision-making and fertility patterns change with time and place, and are influenced by contemporary societal factors. In this paper, we have studied biosocial aspects of reproductive decision-making over time and generations in a Nordic setting. The aim was to explore intergenerational changes and influences on decision-making, especially regarding preconditions to first birth. Twenty-six focus group interviews were conducted in so…
Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health Counselling in Relation to Female Genital Cutting: Swedish Professionals’ Approach to Menstrual Pain as an Empirical Example
In Sweden, as well as in an international context, professionals are urged to acquire knowledge about possible health effects of female genital cutting (FGC) in order to tackle prevention and care in relation to the practice. While professionals are guided by policies and interventions focusing on medical effects of FGC, some scholars have cautioned that many popular beliefs about health risks rest on inconclusive evidence. The way professionals …
Complexities of sexual consent: Young people’s reasoning in a Swedish context
Although previous research and public debate argue that partnered sexual activity is construed in terms of being consensual or not, we know little about young people’s own reasoning on sexual consent. This study aimed to investigate how sexual consent and sexual negotiations are interpreted by young people in Sweden. Forty-four female and male participants, ranging from 18–21 years old, took part in 12 focus groups, organised according to a set o…
A wonderful experience or a frightening commitment? An exploration of men's reasons to (not) have children
Masturbation Experiences of Swedish Senior High School Students: Gender Differences and Similarities
Research about masturbation tends to be limited to the assessment of masturbation incidence and frequency. Consequently, little is known about what people experience connected to masturbation. This might be one reason why theoretical approaches that specifically address the persistent gender gap in masturbation frequency are lacking. The aim of the current study was to explore several aspects of masturbation in young men and women, and to examine…
Complexities of sexual consent: Young people’s reasoning in a Swedish context
Although previous research and public debate argue that partnered sexual activity is construed in terms of being consensual or not, we know little about young people’s own reasoning on sexual consent. This study aimed to investigate how sexual consent and sexual negotiations are interpreted by young people in Sweden. Forty-four female and male participants, ranging from 18–21 years old, took part in 12 focus groups, organised according to a set o…
Preconditions to parenthood: Changes over time and generations
Reproductive decision-making and fertility patterns change with time and place, and are influenced by contemporary societal factors. In this paper, we have studied biosocial aspects of reproductive decision-making over time and generations in a Nordic setting. The aim was to explore intergenerational changes and influences on decision-making, especially regarding preconditions to first birth. Twenty-six focus group interviews were conducted in so…
Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health Counselling in Relation to Female Genital Cutting: Swedish Professionals’ Approach to Menstrual Pain as an Empirical Example
In Sweden, as well as in an international context, professionals are urged to acquire knowledge about possible health effects of female genital cutting (FGC) in order to tackle prevention and care in relation to the practice. While professionals are guided by policies and interventions focusing on medical effects of FGC, some scholars have cautioned that many popular beliefs about health risks rest on inconclusive evidence. The way professionals …
Masturbation Experiences of Swedish Senior High School Students: Gender Differences and Similarities
Research about masturbation tends to be limited to the assessment of masturbation incidence and frequency. Consequently, little is known about what people experience connected to masturbation. This might be one reason why theoretical approaches that specifically address the persistent gender gap in masturbation frequency are lacking. The aim of the current study was to explore several aspects of masturbation in young men and women, and to examine…
Changes in Intimacy and Sexuality During the Covid-19 Pandemic: A Qualitative Analysis of Data from a Survey on Partnered Individuals in Eight European Countries
This qualitative study explores experiences of intimacy and sexuality during the first phase of the COVID-19 pandemic of 3357 participants from Croatia, the Czech Republic, the Netherlands, France, Germany, Portugal, Sweden, and Turkey. Data were collected through open-ended questions within a survey on sexuality during the pandemic. Based on a reflexive thematic analysis three themes occurred. The first theme No change was described by 41% when …
Perceived Changes in Sexual Interest and Distress About Discrepant Sexual Interest During the First Phase of Covid-19 Pandemic: A Multi-Country Assessment in Cohabiting Partnered Individuals
A wonderful experience or a frightening commitment? An exploration of men's reasons to (not) have children
Masturbation Experiences of Swedish Senior High School Students: Gender Differences and Similarities
Research about masturbation tends to be limited to the assessment of masturbation incidence and frequency. Consequently, little is known about what people experience connected to masturbation. This might be one reason why theoretical approaches that specifically address the persistent gender gap in masturbation frequency are lacking. The aim of the current study was to explore several aspects of masturbation in young men and women, and to examine…
A wonderful experience or a frightening commitment? An exploration of men's reasons to (not) have children
Complexities of sexual consent: Young people’s reasoning in a Swedish context
Although previous research and public debate argue that partnered sexual activity is construed in terms of being consensual or not, we know little about young people’s own reasoning on sexual consent. This study aimed to investigate how sexual consent and sexual negotiations are interpreted by young people in Sweden. Forty-four female and male participants, ranging from 18–21 years old, took part in 12 focus groups, organised according to a set o…
Preconditions to parenthood: Changes over time and generations
Reproductive decision-making and fertility patterns change with time and place, and are influenced by contemporary societal factors. In this paper, we have studied biosocial aspects of reproductive decision-making over time and generations in a Nordic setting. The aim was to explore intergenerational changes and influences on decision-making, especially regarding preconditions to first birth. Twenty-six focus group interviews were conducted in so…
Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health Counselling in Relation to Female Genital Cutting: Swedish Professionals’ Approach to Menstrual Pain as an Empirical Example
In Sweden, as well as in an international context, professionals are urged to acquire knowledge about possible health effects of female genital cutting (FGC) in order to tackle prevention and care in relation to the practice. While professionals are guided by policies and interventions focusing on medical effects of FGC, some scholars have cautioned that many popular beliefs about health risks rest on inconclusive evidence. The way professionals …
Changes in Intimacy and Sexuality During the Covid-19 Pandemic: A Qualitative Analysis of Data from a Survey on Partnered Individuals in Eight European Countries
This qualitative study explores experiences of intimacy and sexuality during the first phase of the COVID-19 pandemic of 3357 participants from Croatia, the Czech Republic, the Netherlands, France, Germany, Portugal, Sweden, and Turkey. Data were collected through open-ended questions within a survey on sexuality during the pandemic. Based on a reflexive thematic analysis three themes occurred. The first theme No change was described by 41% when …
Perceived Changes in Sexual Interest and Distress About Discrepant Sexual Interest During the First Phase of Covid-19 Pandemic: A Multi-Country Assessment in Cohabiting Partnered Individuals
The relationship between dominant Western discourse and personal narratives of female genital cutting: Exploring storytelling among Swedish-Somali girls and women
The article places the analysis within broader discussions about anti-FGC work and considers the implications in relation to efforts to end FGC
Sexuality and Intimacy Among Young Adults With Intellectual Disabilities in Sweden: Support Networks
Research shows that young adults with intellectual disabilities are eager to engage in conversations about sexuality and intimacy, but the nuances of these discussions from their own perspective remain unexplored. This study aims to understand the challenges, facilitators, and dynamics that influence these young adults' engagement in conversations about sexuality and intimacy with family, friends, and support networks. The data comprise 22 qualit…
Psychology (7 works) · Sociology (5 works) · Developmental psychology (4 works) · Medicine (4 works) · Social Psychology (4 works) · Demography (3 works) · Political science (3 works) · Population (3 works) · Qualitative research (3 works) · Sexual function and dysfunction studies (3 works)