Akademik Məlumat İdarəetmə Sistemi
Archives of Gerontology and Geriatrics Plus, vol.1, no.1, pp.1-6, 2024 (Peer-Reviewed Journal)
Abstract
Background and Objectives
In this study, the perception of sexuality in the elderly
was examined. The aim of the study was to understand the importance, necessity,
continuity, frequency of elderly sexuality for the elderly, and the elderly's
view of social prejudices against elderly sexuality. The fact that there are
few studies on the sexuality of the elderly in Turkey makes this study
important.
Research Design and Methods
The study was conducted with qualitative research method. A
semi-structured interview form, which was revised through pilot implementation
and expert opinion, was used to collect data. The sample of the study consisted
of 9 men and 5 women over the age of 60 living in Bingöl province, who were
reached using purposive sampling method. Face-to-face interviews were recorded
by voice recording and note-taking method. The data obtained were thematized
and analyzed.
Results
According to the findings, sexual life of elderly
individuals continues, the frequency varies according to individuals, sexuality
is important for the elderly, but the importance ranking is in the background
in the context of other needs, social prejudices are opposed, physiological
disorders and the problem of absence of a spouse lead to a decrease in
sexuality, and elderly sexuality is seen as normal by the elderly in religious
and social terms.
Discussion and Implications
It was discussed that contrary to social prejudices, the
sexuality of the elderly continues and this is not a taboo for the elderly.
Key Words: Sexuality in old age, importance of
sexuality, need for sexuality