Women S Sexual Health

Author : Shonali Choudhury,Jennifer Toller Erausquin,Mellissa Withers
Publisher : Springer
Page : 441 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2017-09-19
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9783319604176

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Global Perspectives on Women's Sexual and Reproductive Health Across the Lifecourse by Shonali Choudhury,Jennifer Toller Erausquin,Mellissa Withers Pdf

This expansive survey spotlights pervasive issues affecting girls’ and women’s sexual and reproductive health across the lifecourse. Research from diverse countries around the world analyzes the complex relationships among biological, psychological, sociocultural, and economic issues—particularly in terms of inequities—as they shape women’s lives. Major challenges and possibilities for intervention are examined in their national context and with their global implications, including child marriage/motherhood, reproductive care and access, fertility, childbearing, contraception, abortion, HIV/STIs, gender-based violence, sexual pleasure, and menopause. In these forceful dispatches, a consistent human rights perspective emphasizes women’s control, autonomy, and agency in all stages of their lives. A sampling of topics covered: Girl child marriage: a persistent global women’s health and human rights violation Investigating challenges and resilience among women living with obstetric fistula in Kenya A qualitative exploration of mainstream and social media reflections on abortion A continuum of severity of sexual intimate partner violence among black women in the United States Economic empowerment to improve sexual and reproductive health among women and girls Summarizing an interdisciplinary field on research and practical levels, Global Perspectives on Women's Sexual and Reproductive Health Across the Lifecourse will be an invaluable text for undergraduate and graduate courses in a wide range of fields, including public health, global health, women’s studies, sociology, anthropology, gender studies, and human rights.

Author : Jerrold S. Greenberg,Clint E. Bruess,Sarah C. Conklin
Publisher : Jones & Bartlett Learning
Page : 914 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 0763741485

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Exploring the Dimensions of Human Sexuality by Jerrold S. Greenberg,Clint E. Bruess,Sarah C. Conklin Pdf

Exploring The Dimensions Of Human Sexuality, Third Edition, Has Been Extensively Updated To Include Information And Statistics About Recent Developments. This Text Continues To Encourage Students To Explore The Varied Dimensions Of Sexuality And To See How Each Affects Their Personal Sexuality, Sexual Health, And Sexual Responsibility. All Aspects Of Sexuality--Biological, Spiritual, Psychological, And Sociocultural--Are Presented Factually And Impartially.

Author : Gina M. Wingood,Ralph J. DiClemente
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 476 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2013-11-11
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781461506898

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Handbook of Women’s Sexual and Reproductive Health by Gina M. Wingood,Ralph J. DiClemente Pdf

This volume is designed to motivate and engage scientists, policymakers, and practitioners to greater scientific discourse, reduce the stigma on and validate the importance of women's sexual and reproductive health. It brings together historians, anthropologists, psychologists, sociologists, epidemiologists, public health researchers, genetic counselors, attorneys, social workers, nurses and physicians, and presents comprehensive coverage that will benefit women's health advocates, students, and practitioners.

Author : Gilly Andrews
Publisher : Bailliere Tindall
Page : 613 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0702027626

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Women's Sexual Health by Gilly Andrews Pdf

A comprehensive reference and text book that holistically covers the full range of women's health issues from the young adolescent woman through to the post menopausal woman. This book gives a holistic and balanced view of women's sexual well-being and of the inseparability of physical and mental health. The third edition draws on a wealth of research and contributors' professional experience to provide a fully up-to-date and comprehensive textbook of women's sexual health.

Author : Jane M. Ussher,Joan C. Chrisler,Janette Perz
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 614 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2019-09-23
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781351035613

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Routledge International Handbook of Women's Sexual and Reproductive Health by Jane M. Ussher,Joan C. Chrisler,Janette Perz Pdf

The Routledge International Handbook of Women’s Sexual and Reproductive Health is the authoritative reference work on important, leading-edge developments in the domains of women’s sexual and reproductive health. The handbook adopts a life-cycle approach to examine key milestones and events in women’s sexual and reproductive health. Contributors drawn from a range of disciplines, including psychology, medicine, nursing and midwifery, sociology, public health, women’s studies, and indigenous studies, explore issues through three main lenses: the biopsychosocial model feminist perspectives international, multidisciplinary perspectives that acknowledge the intersection of identities in women’s lives. The handbook presents an authoritative review of the field, with a focus on state-of-the-art work, encouraging future research and policy development in women’s sexual and reproductive health. Finally, the handbook will inform health care providers about the latest research and clinical developments, including women’s experiences of both normal and abnormal sexual and reproductive functions. Drawing upon international expertise from leading academics and clinicians in the field, this is essential reading for scholars and students interested in women’s reproductive health.

Author : Ruth Steinberg (M.D.),Linda Robinson (R.N.)
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 239 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Health education of women
ISBN : LCCN:94021733

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Women's Sexual Health by Ruth Steinberg (M.D.),Linda Robinson (R.N.) Pdf

Author : Mary Jane Minkin,Carol V. Wright
Publisher : Yale University Press
Page : 470 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2005-01-01
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 0300105940

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A Woman's Guide to Sexual Health by Mary Jane Minkin,Carol V. Wright Pdf

A prominent gynecologist explains how to make the best choices for female reproductive health in this authoritative, easy-to-read guide This book is for every woman who has wished for an unhurried, personal conversation with a sympathetic doctor who will answer her questions about reproductive health. Dr. Mary Jane Minkin, a gynecologist practicing for more than 25 years, presents a complete and up-to-date guide to a healthy reproductive system for women in their teens through middle age. With warmth and understanding, Dr. Minkin and coauthor Carol V. Wright respond to questions about the gynecological issues that concern women today, including sexual activity, contraception, and family planning. Readers of The Yale Guide to Women's Reproductive Health willlearn how the female body works, what problems may arise, and what solutions are available--in short, they will become better prepared to participate in their own health care and to make healthy decisions.

Author : Shelly Batra
Publisher : Penguin UK
Page : 232 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2003-03-31
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9789385890390

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The Intimate Self by Shelly Batra Pdf

An invaluable guide for women of all ages This book addresses every health concern that a woman may have about her body. Beginning with an exhaustive description of the female anatomy, it discusses a variety of subjects—common and complex—related not only to a woman's body, but also to her emotional and psychological responses. Dr Shelly Batra, gynaecologist and leading expert on women's health, draws on twenty years of medical experience to demonstrate concrete steps that a woman can take towards identifying and solving her problems in order to lead a healthy and satisfying life. Full of interesting anecdotes, wise advice and shared experience, this book encourages every woman to be fully informed about her body and celebrate her potential. Supplemented with detailed illustrations, ‘The Intimate Self: A Guide to Women’s Sexual Health includes up-to-date information on: • Puberty, sex and contraception • Infertility • Menopause • Abortion and miscarriage • Effects of smoking and alcohol • Cancer risks

Author : National Research Council,Division of Behavioral and Social Sciences and Education,Commission on Behavioral and Social Sciences and Education,Panel on Reproductive Health
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 327 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 1997-07-02
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780309174992

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Reproductive Health in Developing Countries by National Research Council,Division of Behavioral and Social Sciences and Education,Commission on Behavioral and Social Sciences and Education,Panel on Reproductive Health Pdf

Sexually transmitted diseases, unintended pregnancies, infertility, and other reproductive problems are a growing concern around the world, especially in developing countries. Reproductive Health in Developing Countries describes the magnitude of these problems and what is known about the effectiveness of interventions in the following areas: Infection-free sex. Immediate priorities for combating sexually transmitted and reproductive tract diseases are identified. Intended pregnancies and births. The panel reports on the state of family planning and ways to provide services. Healthy pregnancy and delivery. The book explores the myths and substantive socio-economic problems that underlie maternal deaths. Healthy sexuality. Such issues as sexual violence and the practice of female genital mutilation are discussed in terms of the cultural contexts in which they occur. Addressing the design and delivery of reproductive health services, this volume presents lessons learned from past programs and offers principles for deciding how to spend limited available funds. Reproductive Health in Developing Countries will be of special interest to policymakers, health care professionals, and researchers working on reproductive issues in the developing world.

Author : Ellyn Kaschak,Leonore Tiefer
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 245 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2014-02-25
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781317788157

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A New View of Women's Sexual Problems by Ellyn Kaschak,Leonore Tiefer Pdf

Take a new look at women’s sexuality! This fascinating book looks at the wide-ranging therapeutic, social, and political implications of the new paradigm of women’s sexuality. International in scope and multidisciplinary in approach, A New View of Women’s Sexual Problems examines the theoretical and practical effects of the landmark document produced by the Working Group on a New View of Women’s Sexuality. The book brings together gender theory, psychology, social science, and medicine in a powerful cultural critique of the reigning medical approach to women’s sexual health. International experts from India, Costa Rica, Israel, the US, and many other cultures place this revolutionary idea in cultural and political context, as well as extrapolating fresh new treatment options for dealing with women’s sexual problems. A New View of Women’s Sexual Problems analyzes the new paradigm’s implications in many fields, including: family medicine couples counseling for straight and lesbian partners STD prevention and sexual health issues sex therapy sex education feminist theory developmental psychology

Author : Jennifer Hopwood
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1859391044

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A guide to women's sexual health by Jennifer Hopwood Pdf

Author : Barbara Bartlik,Geovanni Espinosa,Janet Mindes
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 585 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2018
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780190225889

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Integrative Sexual Health by Barbara Bartlik,Geovanni Espinosa,Janet Mindes Pdf

Integrative Sexual Health explores beyond the standard topics in men's and women's health, drawing on a diverse research literature to provide an overview of sexual biology and sexual dysfunction, diverse lifespan, lifestyle and environmental impacts on sexual function, integrative medicine solutions to sexual problems, and traditional eastern and western treatment approaches to healing sexual difficulties. This comprehensive guide written by experts in the field provides clinical vignettes, detailed treatment strategies for mitigating the side effects of both medications and sexual dysfunction associated with medical illness and poor lifestyle habits, and extensive further reading resources. Integrative treatment modalities not typically consulted in mainstream medicine, such as traditional Chinese medicine, Ayurvedic medicine, aromatherapy, and botanical medicine, are presented with the best evidence, in a clinically relevant manner. Part of the Weil Integrative Medicine Library, this volume is a must read for the specialist and non-specialist alike who wish to address sexual problems using an integrative medicine approach, and acquire tools to maintain lifetime optimal health and vitality that supports healthy sexuality. Integrative medicine is defined as healing-oriented medicine that takes account of the whole person (body, mind, and spirit) as well as all aspects of lifestyle; it emphasizes the therapeutic relationship and makes use of appropriate therapies, both conventional and alternative. Series editor Andrew Weil, MD, is Professor and Director of the Arizona Center for Integrative Medicine at the University of Arizona. Dr. Weil's program was the first such academic program in the U.S., and its stated goal is to combine the best ideas and practices of conventional and alternative medicine into cost effective treatments without embracing alternative practices uncritically.

Author : Dr. Ruth K. Westheimer,Amos Grunebaum,Pierre A. Lehu
Publisher : Turner Publishing Company
Page : 185 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2011-11-01
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 9781118119365

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Sexually Speaking by Dr. Ruth K. Westheimer,Amos Grunebaum,Pierre A. Lehu Pdf

The ultimate women's guide to sexual health?new from Dr. Ruth In this down-to-earth guide, celebrated sex expert and bestselling author Dr. Ruth Westheimer teams up with prominent gynecologist at Cornell and New York Presbyterian Medical Centers, Dr. Amos Grunebaum, to address the most pressing health issues women face today. Written in Dr. Ruth's refreshingly candid and lively style, it gives you everything you need to take charge of your health?from finding a gynecologist to having a happy sex life to planning or avoiding a pregnancy. With practical advice and information for every age and stage of a woman's life, Sexually Speaking is an invaluable reference you will turn to again and again. Covers everything you've ever wanted to know about women's health?from celebrated sex expert and therapist Dr. Ruth and top gynecologist Dr. Amos Addresses questions related to sexuality, hormones, STDs, pregnancy, menopause, fibroids, ovarian cancer, and other women's health concerns Helps you overcome embarrassment and other common obstacles to understanding and safeguarding your personal health Combines Dr. Ruth's straightforward, reassuring approach to some of the more challenging and uncomfortable concerns related to women's health and the expertise of Dr. Amos, who has seen it all?from routine exams to high risk births

Author : R Dennis Shelby,Kathleen Dolan
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 142 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2014-07-16
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9781317718192

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Lesbian Women and Sexual Health by R Dennis Shelby,Kathleen Dolan Pdf

Interviewer: Where did you find out how to have safe lesbian sex? Val: I found out in jail. Why do so many lesbian women engage in sexual behavior that puts their health, even their lives, at risk? Many know they're at risk, yet somehow feel safe enough to behave as if there is no reason to practice safe sex. Lesbian Women and Sexual Health: The Social Construction of Risk and Susceptibility examines how lesbian women perceive their level of risk for HIV and other sexually transmitted infections (STIs). It describes how their perceptions of risk and susceptibility are shaped by factors such as sexual identity, cultural themes, and community knowledge - and how those perceptions impact on the very real HIV/STI risks that lesbian women face. The genesis of Lesbian Women and Sexual Health: The Social Construction of Risk and Susceptibility lies in Kathleen Dolan’s exploratory study of this under-researched area, in which 162 structured interviews and 70 in-depth interviews were conducted with women who self-identify as lesbians. What these women have to say will inform, educate, and probably surprise you. Tables and figures make complex data easy to access and understand. Lesbian women construct and label their identities and actions in complex ways that may lead to risky behavior. In the words of the women surveyed—and in Dr. Dolan’s insightful commentary—this book explores the ways in which lesbian women construct their perceptions of risk and susceptibility to seek answers to questions that include: Do many lesbian women see themselves, to an extent, as immune to HIV contraction? How does their self-constructed sense of risk and susceptibility lead to making dangerous choices? Why, in spite of their professed willingness to engage in protective actions, do many lesbians not actually do so? Why do many lesbian women, and some of the health care professionals who serve them, feel that pap smears are not necessary for women who have sex only with other women—and what are the consequences of this opinion? What is the relationship between drug/alcohol use and risky sexual behaviors in lesbian women? Lesbian Women and Sexual Health: The Social Construction of Risk and Susceptibility is an important resource for women’s/lesbian health advocates, health care professionals, and courses in gay/women’s/medical studies. It addresses gaps in the existing research to enhance our understanding of the physical and mental health status of lesbian women, of risk factors and protective actions regarding HIV and STIs, and of the conditions for which protective actions actually reduce risk. Use it to update your knowledge of this under-studied area at the intersection of physical, emotional, and sexual health.

Author : Gina M. Wingood,Ralph J. Diclemente
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 496 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2014-01-15
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1461506905

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Handbook of Women's Sexual and Reproductive Health by Gina M. Wingood,Ralph J. Diclemente Pdf