Sexuality in intimate partners of people with cancer: information and communication needs: a brief communication

Author(s):
Albers, L.F.; Belzen, M.A. van; Batenburg, C. van; Engelen, V.; Putter, H. (0000-0001-5395-1422); Ouden, M.E.M. den; Pelger, R.C.M. (0000-0001-6328-6462); Elzevier, H.W.
Published
2020
Publication type
Article / Letter to editor

Abstract

Partners of patients with cancer report a negative impact on their sexuality and intimacy and experience a lack of information. Little is known about partners' information needs regarding sexuality and intimacy. The study was conducted with 230 partners of patients with cancer using a questionnaire. 56% stated that cancer had negatively affected their sexuality and intimacy. 60% percent reported a need for information. Except a self-reported negative impact of cancer, no characteristics were associated with a higher need for sexuality related information. Partners prefer information that includes practical advice and experiences from others. It is recommended to provide patients and their partner's information on sexuality and intimacy within routine treatment.

Date issued
2020-11-04
Language
English
Publisher
ROUTLEDGE JOURNALS, TAYLOR & FRANCIS LTD
Is part of
Journal of Sex and Marital Therapy (2020), Vol. 47, no. 2, p. 197-203
hdl
1887/3184946
doi
10.1080/0092623X.2020.1828206
URL
https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/0092623X.2020.1828206