Abstract
BackgroundMalaysia is experiencing population ageing and expects to be an aged nation by 2030. Depression is one of the common disorder among elderly worldwide and the prevalence of depression in Malaysia is expected to increase as a result of population ageing. The association of depression and sexual satisfaction was unclear, particularly among the elderly. Therefore, this study aimed to examine the association between depression and sexual satisfaction among the Malay elderly population. MethodsOne hundred and nine married community-dwelling elderly (Mean age = 63.23 years old) participated in this cross-sectional study. Hierarchical logistics regression was used to examine the association of depression on sexual satisfaction while controlling for potential confounders. ResultsPrevalence of depression and sexual dissatisfaction were 26.6% and 20.2%, respectively. Depression was significantly associated with sexual satisfaction (P = 0.002; OR = 0.19, 95% CI = 0.06, 0.66). Depressed participants were 81% less likely to experience sexual satisfaction compared to those without depression. LimitationsCross-sectional study design assessing the association between depression and sexual satisfaction. ConclusionsFindings from this study suggest that attention should be given to the prevention and treatment of depression among the elderly as a mechanism to improve sexual health.
Highlights
Depression is a common disorder that can affect overall health and quality of life of those suffering from it
This prevalence is expected to increase as Malaysia is experiencing rapid population ageing and the country is expected to be an aged nation by 2030 (Samad and Mansor, 2017)
Prevalence sexual satisfaction were highest among 65–69 age group (80.6%), male (75.7%), having secondary and above
Summary
Depression is a common disorder that can affect overall health and quality of life of those suffering from it. 2011; Maniam et al, 2013) This prevalence is expected to increase as Malaysia is experiencing rapid population ageing and the country is expected to be an aged nation by 2030 (Samad and Mansor, 2017). Malaysia is experiencing population ageing and expects to be an aged nation by 2030. Depression is one of the common disorder among elderly worldwide and the prevalence of depression in Malaysia is expected to increase as a result of population ageing. The association of depression and sexual satisfaction was unclear, among the elderly. This study aimed to examine the association between depression and sexual satisfaction among the Malay elderly population. Limitations: Cross-sectional study design assessing the association between depression and sexual satisfaction. Conclusions: Findings from this study suggest that attention should be given to the prevention and treatment of depression among the elderly as a mechanism to improve sexual health
Sign-in/Register to view highlights & summary Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
