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Summary: Can guided imagery and music improve sexual function? A controlled study reported better desire, arousal and orgasm scores in the intervention group; replication is needed. #WomensHealth #MusicTherapy

Mohammadi E ; Abdishahshahani M ; Noroozi M ; Mohammadi A Z ; Beigi M
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Source: Journal of Education and Health Promotion Published:2023


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BACKGROUND: Women with perfect health are strong foundations of a healthy and prosperous family life and suppressing the natural needs of women will have adverse effects on the intimacy and vitality of family members, especially in the field of sexual function. This study aimed to determine the effect of GIM on the level of sexual function in women with sexual dysfunction. MATERIALS AND METHODS: In this cluster randomized trial, which was conducted from 2018 to 2019 in the randomly selected comprehensive health centers of Isfahan, Iran, 72 women of reproductive age (two groups of 36 people) with sexual dysfunction were selected by convenience sampling method, and then, music-guided imagination was performed on the intervention group. No special intervention was performed in the control group. Data collection tools were demographic characteristics questionnaire and a standard questionnaire of the female sexual function index. RESULTS: There was no statistically significant difference in sexual function and demographic characteristics before the intervention between the two groups (P = 0/301). The results demonstrated that the overall score of sexual function in the intervention subjects was better than the control group (P = 0/003). Improvement of sexual function dimensions (desire, arousal, orgasm) was also significant in the intervention group compared to the control group (P < 0.05). CONCLUSION: GIM can be effective in improving women’s sexual function. Providing this technique as a low-cost and affordable method is recommended to health experts in private and government clinics. This method can improve the mental health of the family and society. © 2024 Journal of Education and Health Promotion.
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