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Body perception and sexuality of bariatric surgery patients

Year: 2020

Type: article

Abstract: PURPOSE: This study aims to determine how body perception and sexual life are affected in obese individuals who are hospitalized to undergo bariatric surgery. DESIGN AND METHODS: Descriptive research design and the cross-sectional method were used. The study was conducted with 53 individuals who consented to participate. The data were analyzed with the SPSS software package. FINDINGS: Low body perception and sexual dysfunction were detected, particularly in women. PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS: In obesity treatment, the psychological and social problems that individuals experience due to obesity should be handled and evaluated with a multidisciplinary approach.

Source: Perspectives In Psychiatric Care

DOI: 10.1111/ppc.12683

Authors: Sibel Çaynak, Nur E. Boyacıoğlu, Münire Temel

Institutions: Akdeniz University, Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa, Istanbul University, Tekirdağ Namık Kemal University

Language: English

Topic: Bariatric Surgery and Outcomes

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: bronze

OpenAlex ID: W3105826936

FWCI: 0.9

Cites: 39

Cited by: 7

Related to: 10