Demystifying the paradigms of sexuality in old age: challenges and opportunities
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.23925/2176-901X.2017v20iEspecial23p139-155Keywords:
Aging, Sexuality, Quality of life.Abstract
The objective was to analyze the perceptions of senior individuals about the paradigms of sexuality and its implications for self-care. Method: this is a descriptive exploratory qualitative, descriptive approach, field, by means of questionnaire applied to the subject. Results: Aging is not slowing down, or become asexual, the culture of a country permeates by myths and social activities that lead to stereotypes assigned people with old age, mainly related to sexuality. Conclusion: there is complementary in the lives of the elderly, perceived through the shared sexuality and care, companionship, love and care, bringing well-being and healthy ageing, so the hope of a healthy longevity with sexuality this one does.