Sexuality and the Institutionalized Elderly
- 27 April 1987
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Wiley in Journal of the American Geriatrics Society
- Vol. 35 (4) , 331-333
- https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1532-5415.1987.tb04640.x
Abstract
Sexuality is considered to be among the more disturbing problems in skilled nursing facilities. Staff attitudes and beliefs often lead to discomfort in dealing with the continued sexual interests of patients. It is clear that if sexuality has been an important part of self-image and of coping, then it remains important. Staff reaction to two cases is used to illustrate the need for programmatic interventions with staff, residents, and families.This publication has 8 references indexed in Scilit:
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