Sexual Dysfunction Among Married Couples in Kumasi, Ghana
Author Information
Author(s): Amidu Nafiu, Owiredu William KBA, Gyasi-Sarpong Christian K, Woode Eric, Quaye Lawrence
Primary Institution: Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi, Ghana
Hypothesis
The study investigates the prevalence and types of sexual disorders among married couples in Kumasi, Ghana.
Conclusion
The prevalence of sexual dysfunction in married couples is comparable to general population rates and worsens with the duration of marriage.
Supporting Evidence
- 179 out of 200 couples completed the study, indicating a response rate of 89.5%.
- The mean age of participating couples was 34.8 years.
- 60.9% of husbands reported impotence and 65.4% reported premature ejaculation.
- 69.3% of wives reported vaginismus and 74.9% reported anorgasmia.
- 13-18 years of marriage posed a significantly higher risk of sexual dysfunction for wives.
Takeaway
This study found that many married couples in Kumasi, Ghana, have sexual problems, and these issues can get worse the longer they are married.
Methodology
The study used questionnaires and the Golombok-Rust Inventory of Sexual Satisfaction (GRISS) to assess sexual dysfunction among 200 married couples.
Potential Biases
The study was based on volunteers, which may introduce selection bias.
Limitations
The study relied on self-reported data and the GRISS questionnaire has not been validated in Ghanaians.
Participant Demographics
Participants were married couples aged 19 to 66 living in Kumasi, Ghana.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.04
Confidence Interval
1.1 - 49.1
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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