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Kasir S, Amanelahi A, Rajabi G, abbaspoor Z. Analysis of Sexual Performance of Male Spouses of Infertile. QJCR 2025; 24 (93) : 7
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(Corresponding author) Ph.D. in Counseling, Associate Professor, Department of Counseling, Shahid Chamran University of Ahvaz, Ahvaz, Iran. E-mail: a.amanelahi@scu.ac.ir
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crisis with psychological, familial, social, and cultural repercussions. This study aimed to explore and explain the consequences of infertility in infertile men, with a specific focus on their sexual performance. Methods: This qualitative research employed a grounded theory approach. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 14 infertile men who sought treatment for infertility during 2023, using purposive sampling. The data were analyzed based on Strauss and Corbin’s (1998) grounded theory methodology through open, axial, and selective coding. Findings: Data analysis resulted in 25 open codes and four main categories, which were organized into two core themes: individual consequences and couple-related consequences. The couple-related consequences included emotional-relational distress caused by childlessness and a sense of helplessness in managing sexual conflicts within the relationship. Individual consequences involved sexual difficulties stemming from childlessness and emotional distress related to sexual dissatisfaction. Conclusion: The findings highlight that infertility negatively affects the sexual performance of infertile men, leading to issues such as reduced sexual desire, premature ejaculation, and erectile dysfunction. A decline in the quality and frequency of sexual activity was also observed. These challenges contributed to sexual dissatisfaction and emotional distress among participants. The study suggests that infertile individuals and couples may benefit from referrals to specialists in sexual health and couple therapy
Article number: 7
Type of Study: Research |
Subject:
Family Counseling
Received: 2024/11/8 | Accepted: 2025/04/24 | Published: 2025/07/19
Received: 2024/11/8 | Accepted: 2025/04/24 | Published: 2025/07/19
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