Document Type

Book Chapter

Publication Date

4-25-2025

Keywords

ageism, attractiveness, older adulthood, sexual activity

Disciplines

Developmental Psychology

Abstract

The most prevalent stereotype about sexuality in older adulthood is that older adults do not have or want to have sex. This is often due to ageist attitudes whereby older adult sexuality is viewed with disgust. The reality is that older adults continue to engage in sexual activity, and broaden their conceptualization of sexual behavior, into their 70s, 80s, and beyond. In fact, sexual activity is often reported as an integral part of the lives of older adults.

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