Sexuality Among Elderly

The marked increase in life expectancy over the past century has meant that individuals over the age of 65 years form an increasingly large proportion of our population. Yet, very little attention has been paid until recently to the treatment of sexual dysfunction in older adults. Aging adults are the fastest growing segment of the U.S. population, now 20% of all people in the United States are 65 or older. With this in mind, it is unfortunate …

…Information Center P.O. box 8057, Gaithersdurg Md 20898 website: www.nih.gov/nia 2)www.sexhealth.org - information on overcoming harmful attitudes, tips for better sex, and natural changes to expect. 3)www.agepage.com - overview of the changes one can expect as a result of aging or aging-related illnesses or disabilities. 4)www.thirdage.com/loveseat - provides seniors with a safe place to listen, talk, and explore their sex lives. 5)Therapists in local medical centers.