THE EXPERIENCE OF WOMEN’S SEXUALITY IN CLIMACTERIC

Abstract

http://dx.doi.org/10.5902/217976928819 Aim: to analyze women’s life experiences in the climacteric period with a focus on sexuality. Method: analytical-descriptive study according to qualitative approach. The sample consisted of 16 women aged between 35 to 65 years-old, patients of public health system. The collection of data occurred in December of 2010 through the technique of semi-structured interview. The data has been addressed according to the analysis of the thematic content. The work has complied with the requisites for research with human beings, approved by CEP, CAAE nº 0484.0.133.000-10. Results: it has been verified that female sexuality experience in the climacteric period has been influenced by cultural patterns established for female identity, which is related to the sexual satisfaction of the partner and the reproduction. Final considerations: it is necessary for nursing to develop educational activities in Health stimulating the discussion of sexuality, body, gender and violence, aiming to reflection of the male and female stereotypes.

Keywords

• saúde da mulher
• climatério
• sexualidade
• identidade de gênero.