Sexual Health
Sexual Health
Sexual health is fundamental to the overall health and well-being of individuals, couples and families, and to the social and economic development of communities and countries. Sexual health, when viewed affirmatively, requires a positive and respectful approach to sexuality and sexual relationships, as well as the possibility of having pleasurable and safe sexual experiences, free of coercion, discrimination and violence.
The Ability of Men and Women to Achieve Sexual Health and Well-being Depends on Their:
1. Access to comprehensive, good-quality information about sex and sexuality.
2. Knowledge about the risks they may face and their vulnerability to adverse consequences of unprotected sexual activity.
3. Ability to access sexual health care.
4. Living in an environment that affirms and promotes sexual health.
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Key Conceptual Elements of Sexual Health
When Viewed Holistically and Positively:
- Sexual health is about well-being, not merely the absence of disease.
- Sexual health involves respect, safety and freedom from discrimination and violence.
- Sexual health depends on the fulfilment of certain human rights.
- Sexual health is relevant throughout the individual’s lifespan, not only to those in the reproductive years, but also to both the young and the elderly.
- Sexual health is expressed through diverse sexualities and forms of sexual expression.
- Sexual health is critically influenced by gender norms, roles, expectations and power dynamics.