Introduction. Although many epidemiological studies on sexuality have been published, none have specifically addressed male and female sexuality in repartnered couples. Aim. To investigate men and women’s sexual beha...Introduction. Although many epidemiological studies on sexuality have been published, none have specifically addressed male and female sexuality in repartnered couples. Aim. To investigate men and women’s sexual behaviors, perceptions and expectations, and the frequency of their sexual dysfunctions, with a focus on repartnered couples, i.e, subjects living with a partner in a stable relationship after divorce or widowhood (including both remarried couples and cohabitating unmarried couples). Methods. Analysis of telephone survey data collected from 1,002 French subjects (483 men, 519 women) ≥35years. Of these, 748 were living with their partner as part of a heterosexual couple. For these subjects, the sexuality of 149 repartnered subjects was compared to that of the other 599 subjects. Main Outcome Measures. A 39-item questionnaire assessing subjects' perceptions, expectations, sexual behaviors and dysfunctions. Results. Compared with other subjects, men and women in repartnered couples had more active sexuality and more interest in sexuality (men 93% vs 80%, P < 0.01, women 73% vs 65%, P < 0.05). They were generally more sensitive to feelings and emotions linked to their sexuality, and these feelings seemed to increase steadily with age. Their sexuality was more attuned to their partner’s pleasure (men 79% vs. 59% P < 0.001, women 50% vs. 34% P < 0.01). Concern for the future of the relationship and for sexuality was equally present for both groups, although repartnered couples were more often concerned about potential inadequacy and conflicts between the two partners. Although repartnered men seemed to be less affected by diminished desire, they had slightly higher rates of premature ejaculation and erectile dysfunction, and considered their quality of life to be more affected by these problems. Conclusion. The sexuality of repartnered couples remains poorly studied, but seems to differ from that of non-repartnered couples. Our findings open interesting avenues of research on the diagnosis and management of repartnered couples.展开更多
This paper contributes to the first calculation of marital status transition probabilities in Indonesia using the Indonesian Family Life Survey(IFLS),a longitudinal survey conducted since 1993.The sample consists of i...This paper contributes to the first calculation of marital status transition probabilities in Indonesia using the Indonesian Family Life Survey(IFLS),a longitudinal survey conducted since 1993.The sample consists of individuals aged 15 and over in Wave-4(2007)who were re-interviewed in Wave-5(2014).The study calculates transition probabilities for five marital status changes:from never married to married,married to widowed,married to divorced,widowed to remarried,and divorced to remarried.The analysis is conducted based on age,education,geography(urban-rural residence and islands),and key social markers(ethnicity and religion),with sex as a control variable across all dimensions.Among others,it concludes that the transition probability from never married to married is consistently higher among females than males,regardless of education,geography,and social markers,with an exception among the group—aged 35 years old and over.Once married,most individuals remain married,though some experience a shift in marital status,transitioning to either widowed or divorced.The transition probability from married to widowed increases with age,making it significantly more common than divorce among individuals aged 50 years and over.This pattern—that transition probability is higher to widowed than to divorced-is consistent across both sexes,all education levels,geography,and social markers.After becoming widowed or divorced,some individuals remarry.However,the likelihood of remarrying differs importantly depending on the previous marital status,with the transition probability from divorced to remarried consistently higher than from widowed to remarried,irrespective of sex,age,education,geography,and social markers.展开更多
FATHER seemed a different person after my mother’s death. During my frequent visits home I noticed that he stayed in one place for a long time, silently, but sighing all the time. As time went by I visited home less ...FATHER seemed a different person after my mother’s death. During my frequent visits home I noticed that he stayed in one place for a long time, silently, but sighing all the time. As time went by I visited home less often, mostly because of the pressures of my job. My father called and complained that he had no one to talk to, that he展开更多
文摘Introduction. Although many epidemiological studies on sexuality have been published, none have specifically addressed male and female sexuality in repartnered couples. Aim. To investigate men and women’s sexual behaviors, perceptions and expectations, and the frequency of their sexual dysfunctions, with a focus on repartnered couples, i.e, subjects living with a partner in a stable relationship after divorce or widowhood (including both remarried couples and cohabitating unmarried couples). Methods. Analysis of telephone survey data collected from 1,002 French subjects (483 men, 519 women) ≥35years. Of these, 748 were living with their partner as part of a heterosexual couple. For these subjects, the sexuality of 149 repartnered subjects was compared to that of the other 599 subjects. Main Outcome Measures. A 39-item questionnaire assessing subjects' perceptions, expectations, sexual behaviors and dysfunctions. Results. Compared with other subjects, men and women in repartnered couples had more active sexuality and more interest in sexuality (men 93% vs 80%, P < 0.01, women 73% vs 65%, P < 0.05). They were generally more sensitive to feelings and emotions linked to their sexuality, and these feelings seemed to increase steadily with age. Their sexuality was more attuned to their partner’s pleasure (men 79% vs. 59% P < 0.001, women 50% vs. 34% P < 0.01). Concern for the future of the relationship and for sexuality was equally present for both groups, although repartnered couples were more often concerned about potential inadequacy and conflicts between the two partners. Although repartnered men seemed to be less affected by diminished desire, they had slightly higher rates of premature ejaculation and erectile dysfunction, and considered their quality of life to be more affected by these problems. Conclusion. The sexuality of repartnered couples remains poorly studied, but seems to differ from that of non-repartnered couples. Our findings open interesting avenues of research on the diagnosis and management of repartnered couples.
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文摘This paper contributes to the first calculation of marital status transition probabilities in Indonesia using the Indonesian Family Life Survey(IFLS),a longitudinal survey conducted since 1993.The sample consists of individuals aged 15 and over in Wave-4(2007)who were re-interviewed in Wave-5(2014).The study calculates transition probabilities for five marital status changes:from never married to married,married to widowed,married to divorced,widowed to remarried,and divorced to remarried.The analysis is conducted based on age,education,geography(urban-rural residence and islands),and key social markers(ethnicity and religion),with sex as a control variable across all dimensions.Among others,it concludes that the transition probability from never married to married is consistently higher among females than males,regardless of education,geography,and social markers,with an exception among the group—aged 35 years old and over.Once married,most individuals remain married,though some experience a shift in marital status,transitioning to either widowed or divorced.The transition probability from married to widowed increases with age,making it significantly more common than divorce among individuals aged 50 years and over.This pattern—that transition probability is higher to widowed than to divorced-is consistent across both sexes,all education levels,geography,and social markers.After becoming widowed or divorced,some individuals remarry.However,the likelihood of remarrying differs importantly depending on the previous marital status,with the transition probability from divorced to remarried consistently higher than from widowed to remarried,irrespective of sex,age,education,geography,and social markers.
文摘FATHER seemed a different person after my mother’s death. During my frequent visits home I noticed that he stayed in one place for a long time, silently, but sighing all the time. As time went by I visited home less often, mostly because of the pressures of my job. My father called and complained that he had no one to talk to, that he
