It's time to celebrate and embrace the sexual health of older adults. Rather than assuming that older adults are asexual or shying away from discussions around sexuality, we need to open up a dialogue and recognize that sexual health is an important aspect of overall well-being, regardless of age.
To achieve this, we must work to eliminate the stigma and shame surrounding older adults and their sexuality. We must acknowledge that older adults can and do have healthy sex lives and that this is a normal and natural part of human experience.
Healthcare providers must also take a more proactive approach to addressing sexual health in older adults. This means asking questions, listening without judgment, and providing education and resources to support healthy sexual practices.
By embracing and celebrating the sexual health of older adults, we can promote a more inclusive, respectful, and holistic approach to healthcare. We can also help to combat ageism and promote positive aging, recognizing that older adults have much to offer and contribute to society, including in the realm of sexuality.
Overall, it's time to break down the barriers and biases that prevent us from talking openly about sexuality in older adults and to celebrate the diversity and vitality of human sexuality across the lifespan. #SexualHealth #OlderAdults #Ageism #HealthyAging #PositiveAging
Shannon Dowler is a family physician and author of Never Too Late: Your Guide to Safer Sex after 60.
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