Basher Lazar Ronit, Shuper Engelhard Dr. Einat, Petruseva Dr. Anna, Gruenwald Prof. Ilan, Shechter Dr. Arik

(317) THE UNIQUENESS OF NONVERBAL EXPRESSIONS IN RELATIONSHIPS AMONG WOMEN WITH SEXUAL DYSFUNCTION

  • Urology
  • Reproductive Medicine
  • Endocrinology
  • Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism
  • Psychiatry and Mental health
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Abstract Objectives Recently, studies emphasized the importance of “embodiment knowledge” (EK) - the lifetime experience in relationships as internalized, in understanding women’s sexual function. While studies found a high prevalence of insecure attachment patterns among women with sexual dysfunctions (SD), and other studies revealed movement characteristics that were unique to insecure attachment, we aimed to examine nonverbal expressions of EK as expressed in interpersonal communication among women with SD. We hypothesized EK will be expressed as a diminished capacity for playfulness and exploration in movement among women with SD. Methods We included women with (n=28) and without (n=14) SD. Female Sexual Function Index and Experiences in Close Relationships questionnaires were completed. EK, as expressed via nonverbal behavior was examined during a Mirror Game (MG) and analyzed utilizing the Mirroring Game Scale (MGS). Results were analyzed using the Shapiro wilk test, T-TEST or Mann Whitney and Pearson correlation for evaluating differences and correlations between SD and EK. Results A significant difference was found between the groups (p<0.05), in the competitiveness item in MGS, i.e women without SD demonstrated higher competitiveness in their nonverbal communication during the MG compared to women with SD. A further analysis found a significant correlation between greater sexual arousal (r=0.403; p<0.01) & more orgasms (r=0.368; p<0.05) and higher levels of competitiveness in their movement. In addition, less pain during sex correlated with a higher pleasure (r=0.387; p<0.05) & exploration in movement (r=0.327; p<0.01) items; women who experienced less pain during sex expressed more pleasure and exploration during the MG. In this category the groups also differed significantly in movement flow (p<0.05). Conclusions This study expands our of knowledge on women's SD and embodiment by empirically supporting the uniqueness of nonverbal expressions in relationships among women with SD. These novel findings contribute to the development of additional modes of diagnosis and treatment of female SD. Conflicts of Interest No conflict of interest.

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