2008
DOI: 10.1007/s11930-008-0026-5
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Contraception and sexual health

Abstract: Although the primary indication for oral and nonoral contraception is the prevention of pregnancy resulting from sexual activity, there is little information concerning the impact of contraception on sex and sexuality. This article presents an overview of the available literature concerning the effect of hormonal contraception on sexual health and well-being and evaluates reasons for the dearth of robust scientifi c information concerning a topic that is integral to the study of contraception and women's healt… Show more

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“…In particular, Shulman (2008) notes a lack of research and understanding on the connection between contraceptive methods and sexuality. "We have a vast library of information concerning the impact of contraceptives on pregnancy rates, bleeding profiles, adverse events, noncontraceptive benefits, and risk of the use of hormonal and nonhormonal methods; however, there is an incredible relative lack of information…on the impact of contraception on sexuality" (p. 149).…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%
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“…In particular, Shulman (2008) notes a lack of research and understanding on the connection between contraceptive methods and sexuality. "We have a vast library of information concerning the impact of contraceptives on pregnancy rates, bleeding profiles, adverse events, noncontraceptive benefits, and risk of the use of hormonal and nonhormonal methods; however, there is an incredible relative lack of information…on the impact of contraception on sexuality" (p. 149).…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…"We have a vast library of information concerning the impact of contraceptives on pregnancy rates, bleeding profiles, adverse events, noncontraceptive benefits, and risk of the use of hormonal and nonhormonal methods; however, there is an incredible relative lack of information…on the impact of contraception on sexuality" (p. 149). While Shulman (2008) suggests a connection, his analysis comes from a primarily endocrinological perspective, namely, focused on "androgen insufficiency" (in this case testosterone) caused by Depo-Provera and its connection with possible decreased sexual functioning. Higgins and Hirsch (2007) echo earlier calls for creating a "sexuality connection" in family planning research on contraception.…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%