Reproductive and Sexual Health in Males with Physical, Hearing, and Vision Disabilities

Abstract

Objective

This study aimed to determine reproductive health, sexual functions, and sexual satisfaction levels of males with disabilities. Methods: The study had a cross-sectional, descriptive, and correlational design and was conducted on 136 males with disabilities. Data was collected using an introduction form, International Index of Erectile Function, the Erectile Performance Anxiety Index (EPAI), the Premature Ejaculation Profile (PEP), and the Sexual Satisfaction Scale (SSS). Results: The total EPAI score was 19.86 ± 8.98(10–50), the total PEP score was 9.91 ± 4.20(0–16) and the total SSS score was 86.79 ± 18.20(44–119). Conclusions: Education and counseling on reproductive and sexual health should be given based on their individual needs.

Keywords:

• Hearing disability
• physical disability
• sexual function
• sexual satisfaction
• vision disability

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