Peixoto MM, Nobre P. 2015 – This study aims to assess and compare the frequency of self-perceived sexual problems and associated levels of distress in lesbians and heterosexual women.
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Prevalence and Predictors of Sexual Problems Among Midlife Canadian Adults: Results from a National Survey
Quinn-Nilas C, Milhausen RR, McKay A and Holzapfel S, 2018 – Sexual problems are common among midlife men and women, and studies have identified a range of demographic, health, and relational correlates. Research on prevalence of these sexual problems within Canada is sparse and is warranted given the unique context related to provision of health care services in contrast to other countries.
Female Sexual Satisfaction and Sexual Identity
Holt LL, Chung YB, Janssen E and Peterson ZD, 2021 – This study addressed three goals related to better understanding the factors that contribute to female sexual satisfaction.
Bremelanotide for the Treatment of Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder: Two Randomized Phase 3 Trials
Kingsberg SA et al., 2019 – To evaluate the safety and efficacy of bremelanotide for the treatment of premenopausal women with hypoactive sexual desire disorder.
A Survey of Female Sexual Functioning in the General Dutch Population
Lammerink EAG et al., 2017 – After the diagnosis and treatment of disease, a major barrier to research on psychosexual functioning is the lack of a consistent estimate for the prevalence of female sexual dysfunction in the general population.
Gender Inequities in Household Labor Predict Lower Sexual Desire in Women Partnered with Men
Harris EA, Gormezano AM and van Anders SM, 2022 – Low sexual desire in women is usually studied as a problem, one that is located within women. However, other possibilities exist, including known gender inequities related to heteronormative gender roles.
A Learning Experience? Enjoyment at Sexual Debut and the Gender Gap in Sexual Desire among Emerging Adults
Peragine DE et al., 2022 – Gender differences in experience of first intercourse are among the largest in sexuality research, with women recalling less pleasure and satisfaction than men.
A randomized trial comparing group mindfulness-based cognitive therapy with group supportive sex education and therapy for the treatment of female sexual interest/arousal disorder
Brotto LA et al., 2021 –
A group of Canadian researchers, led by Dr. Lori Brotto of the University of British Columbia, were interested in whether group therapies could benefit women with low sexual desire and/or arousal and distress, and if it could last longer term (6-12 months).
A group of Canadian researchers, led by Dr. Lori Brotto of the University of British Columbia, were interested in whether group therapies could benefit women with low sexual desire and/or arousal and distress, and if it could last longer term (6-12 months).
The Female Sexual Response: Current Models, Neurobiological Underpinnings and Agents Currently Approved or Under Investigation for the Treatment of Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder
Kingsberg SA, Clayton AH and Pfaus JG, 2015 – New studies suggest that healthy female sexual function relies on the interaction of both the body and the brain. Various brain pathways and associated neurochemicals are involved in the rewards associated with sexual activity, as well as the excitement and inhibition of sexual responses.
Efficacy and safety of on-demand use of 2 treatments designed for different etiologies of female sexual interest/arousal disorder: 3 randomized clinical trials
Tuiten A. et al., 2008 – Effective treatments for physical symptoms of sexual dysfunction have been available since the late 1990s for men, but there are limited treatment options for women. This study describes clinical trials conducted to test out two new products for the treatment of sexual dysfunction in women.