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Podcast: Lets Talk Sex And Dating
Episode: Exploring Later-Life Sexual Awareness
Description: Sexual awareness in later life is an essential yet often overlooked aspect of health and well-being. Surprisingly, a 2018 University of Michigan poll indicated that about 40% of adults aged 65 to 80 are still sexually active. It’s fascinating to see how age impacts this, with 46% of those aged 65 to 70 engaging in sexual activity compared to only 25% for those aged 76 to 80. But here’s an interesting twist: despite a decrease in activity, around 73% of these individuals reported satisfaction with their sex lives. This really brings to light that sexual satisfaction doesn’t always hinge on how often one is intimate; it's more nuanced than m...