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A biopsychosocial approach to women's sexual function and dysfunction at midlife: A narrative review.
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75 citing papers in PubMed, 6 syntheses or guidelines pooled it, 212 citations in OpenAlex.
- Sexual function in breastfeeding women: a systematic review.BMC women's health · 2026Pooled it
- Clinical trial evidence on emerging pharmacological therapies for hypoactive sexual desire disorder in women: a systematic review and analysis of completed studies registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.Frontiers in medicine · 2026Pooled it
- Let's talk about sex: consensus guidelines of the GINECOR working group of the Spanish Society of Radiation Oncology: clinical recommendations after pelvic radiotherapy.Clinical & translational oncology : official publication of the Federation of Spanish Oncology Societies and of the National Cancer Institute of Mexico · 2025Guideline
- Sexual Dysfunction in Patients with Chronic Non-Genital Physical Disease: An Umbrella Review.International journal of environmental research and public health · 2025Pooled it
- Predictors of social intermediate factors associated with sexual quality of life of women: systematic review and meta-analysis.BMC women's health · 2024Pooled it
- Predictors of female sexual dysfunction: a systematic review and qualitative analysis through gender inequality paradigms.BMC women's health · 2018Pooled it
- Qualitative Findings from a Pilot Trial of Mindfulness for Low Sexual Desire in Midlife and Older Women.Archives of sexual behavior · 2025Trial
- A virtual, group-based mindfulness intervention for midlife and older women with low libido lowers sexual distress in a randomized controlled pilot study.The journal of sexual medicine · 2023Trial
- Effect ofInternational journal of clinical practice · 2023Trial
- Effects of Group and Individual Culturally Adapted Cognitive Behavioral Therapy on Depression and Sexual Satisfaction among Perimenopausal Women.International journal of environmental research and public health · 2021Trial
- Effects of vaginal administration of conjugated estrogens tablet on sexual function in postmenopausal women with sexual dysfunction: a double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled trial.BMC women's health · 2020Trial
- Impact of BRCA1/2 status on young women's sexual function, relationships, and reproduction after predictive genetic testing.European journal of human genetics : EJHG · 2026Article
- Sexual function and its associations with anxiety, depression, functionality, and quality of life in women with lipedema.Sexual medicine · 2026Article
- Women's experiences of sexuality during menopausal transition: An interview study.European journal of obstetrics & gynecology and reproductive biology: X · 2026Article
- Saudi Women's Experiences of Sexual and Relational Changes During the Menopause Transition.Journal of advanced nursing · 2026Article
- Socio-demographic determinants of sexual inactivity among reproductive heterosexual married women in Bangladesh: evidence from BDHS data 2022.Reproductive health · 2026Article
- Belgian Physicians' Perceptions of Sexual Health and Its Care in Cervical Cancer Survivors: An Exploratory Qualitative Interview Study.Journal of multidisciplinary healthcare · 2026Article
- Female sexual dysfunction among foreign and Australian-born women: a cross-sectional study.Frontiers in reproductive health · 2026Article
- Beyond pleasure: exploring the role of sex toys in female sexual functioning and wellbeing-From enhancement to functional necessity.Frontiers in public health · 2026Article
- Do serum homocysteine levels affect female sexual function in reproductive-age women: a cross-sectional study.Revista da Associacao Medica Brasileira (1992) · 2026Article
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Abstract
A satisfying sex life is an important component of overall well-being, but sexual dysfunction is common, especially in midlife women. The aim of this review is (a) to define sexual function and dysfunction, (b) to present theoretical models of female sexual response, (c) to examine longitudinal studies of how sexual function changes during midlife, and (d) to review treatment options. Four types of female sexual dysfunction are currently recognized: Female Orgasmic Disorder, Female Sexual Interest/Arousal Disorder, Genito-Pelvic Pain/Penetration Disorder, and Substance/Medication-Induced Sexual Dysfunction. However, optimal sexual function transcends the simple absence of dysfunction. A biopsychosocial approach that simultaneously considers physical, psychological, sociocultural, and interpersonal factors is necessary to guide research and clinical care regarding women's sexual function. Most longitudinal studies reveal an association between advancing menopause status and worsening sexual function. Psychosocial variables, such as availability of a partner, relationship quality, and psychological functioning, also play an integral role. Future directions for research should include deepening our understanding of how sexual function changes with aging and developing safe and effective approaches to optimizing women's sexual function with aging. Overall, holistic, biopsychosocial approaches to women's sexual function are necessary to fully understand and treat this key component of midlife women's well-being.
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