Abstract

The diversity and complexity of female sexuality has not been sufficiently recognised within existing scientific definitions and concepts. We aimed to develop a more appropriate understanding of the characteristics and multifaceted nature of female sexuality. In a qualitative interview study, we interviewed ten experts in the field of female sexuality from various backgrounds. Data were analysed using Thematic Analysis. According to experts, female sexuality was identified as a multidimensional phenomenon and the intensity of its experience seems to be linked to the ability to create a mindful contact with oneself, with one’s partner, as well as with the rest of the world. The socially widespread goal-orientation in sexuality was contrasted with a more perception-based, pleasure-oriented sexuality, favouring the mindful perception of sensuality and emotions as well as the encounter with a partner. Sexuality may pervade all aspects of a woman’s life and may therefore be understood as a linchpin within her entire system. The present work emphasises the necessity of taking a holistic view on female sexuality and the development of a corresponding model of female sexuality as a base for diagnoses and treatment of female sexual dysfunction.

摘要

现有的科学定义和概念尚未充分认识到女性性行为的多样性和复杂性。我们旨在更恰当地理解女性性行为的特征和多面性。在一项定性访谈研究中，我们采访了来自不同背景的十位女性性行为领域的专家。使用专题分析对数据进行分析。据专家称，女性性行为被认为是一种多维现象，其体验的强度似乎与与自己、伴侣以及世界其他地方建立正念接触的能力有关。社会普遍的性行为目标导向与更基于感知、快乐导向的性行为形成对比，有利于对感官和情感的正念感知以及与伴侣的相遇。性可能渗透到女性生活的方方面面，因此可能被理解为她整个系统的关键。目前的工作强调有必要对女性性行为采取整体观点，并开发相应的女性性行为模型作为诊断和治疗女性性功能障碍的基础。