Your Sexual Wellness

Your Sexual Wellness!

Sexual wellness refers to the state of overall well-being and satisfaction in your sexual life.

In a state of sexual wellness, we experience a positive and fulfilling relationship with our own bodies and with others, characterized by pleasure, safety, and mutual respect.

This also includes having access to accurate information about sexual health, and being able to communicate openly and honestly about sexual desires, boundaries, and experiencing sexual pleasure free from influence or discrimination. It acknowledges the diversity of human sexuality and promotes inclusivity, consent, and empowerment in all sexual experiences.

Sexual health is typically split into for main areas the physical, emotional, mental, and social aspects of sexuality.

Physical

Reproductive Health

This includes the functioning of the reproductive organs and systems, fertility, and issues related to menstruation, menopause, and erectile function. Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) Prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of infections transmitted through sexual contact, such as HIV/AIDS, gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, and herpes.

Contraception

Access to and knowledge about various contraceptive methods to prevent unintended pregnancies and STIs.

Sexual Functioning

 Physical aspects of sexual activity, including arousal, orgasm, and erectile function. Addressing issues such as erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, and sexual pain disorders.

 Emotional

Self-Esteem and Body Image

 Feeling positively about one's body and sexual self, which contributes to self-confidence and emotional well-being. Intimacy and Connection Emotional closeness and bonding with sexual partners, characterized by trust, respect, and mutual understanding.

Mental Health

The impact of mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and past experiences on sexual well-being. Addressing psychological factors that may affect sexual health and seeking appropriate support and treatment.

Physical

 Reproductive Health

 This includes the functioning of the reproductive organs and systems, fertility, and issues related to menstruation, menopause, and erectile function.

Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)

Prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of infections transmitted through sexual contact, such as HIV/AIDS, gonorrhoea, chlamydia, syphilis, and herpes.

Contraception

Access to and knowledge about various contraceptive methods to prevent unintended pregnancies and STIs.

 Sexual Functioning

 Physical aspects of sexual activity, including arousal, orgasm, and erectile function. Addressing issues such as erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, and sexual pain disorders.

 Social

 Cultural and Societal Influences

The impact of cultural norms, values, and societal attitudes toward sexuality on individual sexual health. Recognizing and challenging stigma, discrimination, and barriers to sexual health care and education.

 Relationship Dynamics

Interpersonal relationships, including friendships, romantic relationships, and family dynamics, that influence sexual experiences and behaviours.

Supportive Networks

Access to social support networks, community resources, and healthcare services that promote sexual health and well-being.

Overall, sexual health encompasses a broad range of physical, emotional, mental, and social factors that contribute to individuals' overall well-being and quality of life.

It involves understanding and addressing the interconnectedness of these components to promote healthy and fulfilling sexual experiences.