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August 23, 2025CureusOpen Access

Investigation of the Correlation Between Aspects of Sexuality, Self-Esteem, Anxiety, and Depression in Health Professionals in Central Greece

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KGKrystallia GkouletsaLMLampros MitrakasΕFΕvangelos C. Fradelos

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Overview

Cross-sectional survey reveals significant associations between anxiety, depression, and sexuality in health professionals, suggesting the need for tailored mental health interventions.

Key Points

  • Self-esteem was identified as the strongest positive predictor of sexuality, impacting healthcare professionals' well-being significantly.
  • Anxiety and depression were negatively correlated with sexuality, showing scores that indicated psychological distress and sexual wellness.
  • The study involved 202 healthcare professionals, including physicians, nurses, and pharmacists, across various care units in Central Greece.
  • Findings highlight the importance of addressing sexual wellness in conjunction with mental health for effective healthcare support.
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  • Sexuality is an important part of mental health, especially for healthcare workers. The study found that higher self-esteem is linked to better sexual confidence, while anxiety and depression can harm it. Women reported more challenges in sexual confidence compared to men. These insights show the need for programs that support the mental and sexual health of healthcare professionals. 🩺

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Gkouletsa et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68af76b97567bf4f94fefa61https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.90795
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