The effects of sexual counseling based on the EX-PLISSIT and BETTER models on female sexual function after assisted reproductive treatment failure: a randomized clinical trial.
J Psychosom Obstet GynaecolJul 28, 2026 (epub)
Clinical ResearchObstetrics & Gynecology
Akram Rahimi Shandiz, Fatemeh Zahra Karimi, Seyed Reza Mazloum et al.
✦ AI-curated · Sources linked
In 30 seconds
This randomized clinical trial evaluated the impact of two sexual counseling models, EX-PLISSIT and BETTER, on sexual function in 66 women following assisted reproductive treatment failure. Both counseling approaches led to significant improvements in sexual function, with pain scores notably decreasing post-intervention (P < 0.001).
Key findings
- Both counseling models significantly improved total sexual function scores post-intervention.
- Scores for desire, sexual satisfaction, arousal, and lubrication increased after counseling.
- Pain scores significantly decreased after the intervention (P < 0.001).
Why it matters
Understanding the effects of sexual counseling on women post-assisted reproductive treatment failure is crucial, as it addresses potential sexual dysfunction and enhances overall quality of life.