Qualidade de vida e sexualidade na população da terceira idade de um centro de convivência na cidade de Trindade - GO

Abstract

The elderly population in Brazil has been increasing continuously, so there is a need to discuss their way of life and their well-being. In addition, one lives in a reality in which there is little concern with the quality of life of these people, mainly when it comes to sexuality. According to the World Health Organization (WHO) quality of life corresponds to the individual's perception of their position in life, in the context of the culture and value system in which they live, and in relation to their aims, perspectives, prototypes and concerns. It is therefore essential to cover aging as a natural procedure and capable of a comprehensive approach to health. The objective of this study was to verify the understanding about quality of life and to investigate the sexuality of the elderly population in a group of elderly people in the city of Trindade-GO. This is a qualitative research with a descriptive approach. Talking about the quality of life of the elderly and their sexuality is as important as giving the first sexual orientation to adolescents. It is necessary to understand that the third age also has its pleasures and unique way of living. Old people are people who need fun, to live emotions, and to feel active, because on the contrary, they may feel incapable and useless.