O-22: The Relationship between Sexual Satisfaction and Body Image in Women

Background: Sexual satisfaction is the fundamental role in success of family foundation. sexual satisfaction is the one of the most important components of life’s satisfaction. that influence on couples’ health. Although sexual function is related to sexual satisfaction but this factor cant be recognized as the only influential factor and the other factors include relational and emotional variables and individual factor such as body image can play a role on sexual satisfaction. Therefore, with regard to the impairement of past research, this study was conducted to identify the relationship between the components of body image and women’s sexual satisfaction. Materials and Methods: This correlation research was performed in 2012 on 196 women who were selected by random sequential sampling among women who attended the selected medical centers. Data wascollected by sexual satisfaction scale for women and female sexual function Index (FSFI) and body esteem scale (BES) which are highly valid and reliable. Data was analyzed by using Pearson Correlation Coefficient and linear regression by SPSS 20. Results: There is a positive correlation between sexual function and sexual satisfaction. Subscales of sexual attractiveness and weight concern) the body esteem scale)was significantly related to sexual satisfaction and sexual function. In spite of Subscales of physical condition) the body esteem scale) was not related to sexual satisfaction and sexual function. Analysis regression showed the components of women’s sexual function predicted 46% of variance and body image 20.2% of variance in sexual satisfaction. Conclusion: Body image and sexual function predicted sexual satisfaction in women. Counselores and practiotioners may consider the role and importance of body image when client present with sexual problems.