Abstract
IntroductionAlthough paying more attention to sex education in patients with severe mental illness is recommended in the literature, the role of families has not been specifically clarified. AimThis study aims to explore family knowledge about sexual health in patients with severe mental illness in Iran.MethodsWe conducted a total number of 21 interviews with 4 patients, 5 families, 7 psychiatrists, 1 general practitioner, 2 nurses, and 2 psychologists through purposive sampling. The text was analyzed using conventional qualitative content analysis.ResultsThe family knowledge about patients’ sexual health is described in three subcategories: ‘informal sources for knowledge acquisition’, ‘common myths, and ‘inappropriate reaction to the patients’ needs”.ConclusionsFamily sex education should be integrated into a comprehensive rehabilitation program to promote sexual health in patients with severe mental illness. Family members should be aware of the necessity of accurate information about patients’ sexual concerns.
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