Authors
Meredith L Chivers, Richard Pittini, Sophie Grigoriadis, Laura Villegas, Lori E Ross
Publication date
2011/3
Journal
The journal of sexual medicine
Volume
8
Issue
3
Pages
792-799
Publisher
Oxford University Press
Description
Introduction
Previous research on postpartum sexuality has primarily focused on the impact of physical factors on the resumption and frequency of sexual intercourse; fewer studies have focused on the impact of psychological factors on women’s sexual functioning.
Aim
The aim of this study is to assess current sexual functioning and sexual behavior in women with and without symptoms of postpartum depression using validated measures of postpartum depression and sexual functioning.
Methods
Women attending postpartum appointments were consecutively recruited over a 12-month period and completed questionnaires assessing sexual functioning, current sexual behavior, and mental health.
Main Outcome Measures
The Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI), the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS), and items …
Scholar articles
ML Chivers, R Pittini, S Grigoriadis, L Villegas, LE Ross - The journal of sexual medicine, 2011