Sexual satisfaction, quality of life and level of social support of women before, during and after pregnancy
Introduction: Quality of life, social support and sexual satisfaction may change across life stages. The aim of this study was to assess these variables in women before, during and after pregnancy. Material and methods: The study was cross-sectional, and conducted online among three independent grou...
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| Language: | English |
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Medical University of Gdańsk
2025-07-01
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| Series: | European Journal of Translational and Clinical Medicine |
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| Online Access: | https://ejtcm.gumed.edu.pl/articles/207711.pdf |
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| Summary: | Introduction: Quality of life, social support and sexual satisfaction may change across life stages. The aim of this study was to assess these variables in women before, during and after pregnancy.
Material and methods: The study was cross-sectional, and conducted online among three independent groups of women (N = 160). Standardized tools were used: the WHOQOL-BREF quality of life questionnaire, Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI), and Berlin Social Support Scales (BSSS). Statistical analysis was performed using nonparametric tests (Kruskal-Wallis, Mann-Whitney U, Friedman and chi-square tests).
Results: The highest level of sexual satisfaction, quality of life, and social support (p 0.05). A statistically significant relationship was demonstrated between the level of support from loved ones and satisfaction with intimate life (χ² = 21.974, p = 0.038).
Conclusions: Women’s sexual satisfaction, quality of life and social support vary, taking on different values before, during and after pregnancy. It is important to consider women’s needs at each stage to provide them with appropriate support and care. |
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| ISSN: | 2657-3148 2657-3156 |