Group Sex Counseling Based on a Modified "Good Enough Sex" Model: A Randomized Trial on Sexual Health Variables among Breast Cancer Survivors in Iran.

A randomized controlled clinical trial conducted in Iran from April 2020-2021 involved 100 eligible breast cancer survivors (BCSs). The study examined the impact of sexual counseling using a modified "Good Enough Sex" (GES) model on BCSs' sexual health variables. The intervention group, consisting of BCSs and their spouses, participated in four weekly group counseling sessions lasting 90-120 min each.

Investigating the impact of couple counseling based on the CHARMS model on sexual quality of life and marital satisfaction of wives of men suffering from myocardial infarction: a study protocol.

Introduction: Cardiovascular diseases are a common chronic illness in adults, with implications for health and psychological well-being. These implications not only affect the patients themselves but also impact family members, especially the spouses of patients. One significant issue and consequence of this disease is its impact on marital relationships and sexual satisfaction, which can also influence other dimensions of quality of life.

The relationship between sex steroids (E2, progesterone, and AMH) levels and severity and fatality of COVID-19: A systematic review.

Sex steroids are powerful modulators of the immune system and they may affect the immune response and inflammatory consequences of COVID-19. This systematic review aims to explore the impact of sex steroids on COVID-19 mortality and complications. We looked up the keywords of the study in Scopus, PubMed, and Web of Science.

Overcoming Reproductive and Psychological Concerns of Breast Cancer Survivors: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

After developing breast cancer, women experience changes in their sexuality, femininity, and fertility. These changes lead to poor mental health and increased psychological stress. Therefore, this study aimed to investigate the effects of Good Enough Sex (GES)-based, couple-centered group counseling on reproductive and sexual concerns of breast cancer survivors.

The Effect of Good Enough Sex (GES) Model-Based Sexual Counseling Intervention on the Body Image in Women Surviving Breast Cancer: A Randomized Clinical Trial.

Introduction: Women undergoing breast cancer treatment experience a number of changes, including loss or deformity of one or both breasts, surgical wounds, skin changes, and weight gain. These changes are very closely related to physical appearance and body image and often lead to reduced mental health, marital quality and psychological stress.  Objective: This study aimed to determine the effect of Good Enough Sex (GES) model-based counseling intervention on the body image in women surviving breast cancer.

The Relationship between Resilience with Self- Compassion, Social Support and Sense of Belonging in Women with Breast Cancer.

Background: The purpose of this study was to investigate the associations among Resilience, self- compassion, social support and Sense of belonging in Iranian women with breast cancer. Materials and methods: This study was a descriptive-analytical cross-sectional study .The data of 150 patients with breast cancer were collected by convenience sampling using Demographic characteristics questionnaire, Connor-Davidson resilience scale, self-compassion scale and the multidimensional scale of perceived social support in Urmia, Iran in 2016.

Determinants of Breast Cancer Screening by Mammography in Women Referred to Health Centers of Urmia, Iran.

Background: In women, breast cancer accounts for 30 percent of all cancers and it is the second leading cause of mortality. Mammography is considered an effective procedure to detect early breast cancer recommended by World Health Organization. This study was aimed to evaluate breast cancer screening determinants in women referred to health centers of Urmia for mammography in 2017.

Managerial Self-Efficacy for Chemotherapy-Related Symptoms and Related Risk Factors in Women with Breast Cancer.

Background: Breast cancer is one of the most important diseases affecting physical, psychological and social health of women. This study aimed to determine managerial self-efficacy regarding chemotherapy-related symptoms and related risk factors in Iranian patients. Materials and methods: This descriptive-analytical cross-sectional study was conducted on 150 patients with breast cancer referred to medical centers of Urmia in 2016 with a convenience sampling method .