The Effect of Ex‑PLISSIT Model on Sexual Satisfaction in Women with Multiple Sclerosis (original) (raw)

Research Square (Research Square), 2023

Abstract

Aim This study aimed to examine the effect of sexual counseling based on Extended Permission, Limited Information, Specific Suggestions, and Intensive Therapy (Ex-PLISSIT) model on sexual satisfaction in women with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Methods 73 married women with definite MS and FSFI score ≤ 28, aged between 15 and 49 years were randomized as experimental group [n = 37] and control group [n = 37]. Sexual counseling based on the Ex-PLISSIT model were performed in four weekly sessions in the experimental group. Sexual satisfaction and sexual distress were measured before the intervention, 4 and 12 weeks after intervention using Larson Sexual Satisfaction Questionnaire and Female Sexual Distress Scale-Revised. Data were analyzed by using SPSS Software version 16, and t-test, Chi-square, GLM Repeated Measures were used for data analysis. Results There was statistically significant increase in SS score when data were compared through 3 phases of evaluation in experimental group [P < 0.001] versus there was no statistical difference in control group. Also, SD score significantly decreased in experimental group through 3 phases of evaluation [P < 0.001] versus no statistical differences were seen in control group. Conclusion According to this study, sexual counseling based on Ex-PLISSIT model can alter SS and SD of married women with MS in good manner.

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