Sexual activity and body image
Examining gender variability and the influence of psychological distress in cancer patients
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 7844088 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Jessica L Krok (The Ohio State University, corresponding author), Tamara A Baker (0000-0003-0507-2057, University of South Florida), Susan C McMillan (0000-0002-6377-704X, University of South Florida) |
| Year | 2013 |
| Volume | 22 |
| Issue | 4 |
| Pages | 409-422 |
| Publication date | 2013-12-01 |
| Open Access | No |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Journal of Gender Studies (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 0958-9236 • E-ISSN: 1465-3869 |
| Publisher | Informa UK Limited (PUBLISHER • GB) |
| DOI | 10.1080/09589236.2012.708828 |
| PMID | 24778465 |
| PMCID | PMC3999973 |
| OpenAlex | W2006726601 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 2 |
| References cited | 62 |
Psychosocial factors impacting on the overall quality of life for cancer patients may differ between men and women. This study examined the influence that psychological distress, clinical, and social variables have on sexual activity and body image in adult oncology patients. Symptom data was collected from the Memorial Symptom Assessment Scale (MSAS). Analysis indicated women and patients with reported functional limitations were more likely to be less satisfied with how they looked. The final model showed that younger adults, Caucasians, those who were married and patients with some functional limitations were more likely to have problems with sexual interest/activity. Gender was not a significant predictor of having problems with sexual interest/activity. These results can be used by clinicians to identify patients who may be at an increased risk for negative body image and problems in sexual functioning. Further research regarding gender differences in cancer-related psychological symptoms is needed to assist healthcare professionals in providing comprehensive care while alleviating unresolved and interrelated health and psychosocial symptoms
Developmental psychology · Distress · Mental health · Psychological distress · Psychotherapist · Cancer survivorship and care · Clinical Psychology · Eating Disorders and Behaviors · Psychology · Sexual function and dysfunction studies
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| Citations per year | 0.18 |
|---|---|
| Citation span | 2015 - 2022 (8) |
| Highly cited | No |