Psychosocial aspects of women's sexual and reproductive well-being after cancer

Chloe Parton

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Abstract

In this chapter we provide a review of psychosocial aspects and adjustment to diagnosis and treatment of reproductive cancer, with a focus on body dissatisfaction and sexual embodiment. We draw on interviews we have conducted with women and include discussion of the impact of a broader range of cancers on sexual and reproductive well-being, where relevant. The context of women’s lives is considered in a review of the influence of life stage and couple relationships on adjustment. Finally, a review of the implications of sociocultural context and the role of cultural discourse on current cancer research is also provided.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationRoutledge International Handbook of Women's Sexual and Reproductive Health
EditorsJane M. Ussher, Joan C. Chrisler, Janette Perz
Place of PublicationU.K.
PublisherRoutledge
Pages159-171
Number of pages13
ISBN (Electronic)9781351035620
ISBN (Print)9781138490260
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2020

Keywords

  • cancer
  • reproductive health
  • sex
  • sexuality
  • well-being
  • women

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