title: Addressing couples' sexuality concerns during the childbearing period: use of the PLISSIT model.
abstract: During pregnancy, a couple may benefit from discussing sexuality concerns with a nurse. Couples indicate they do not receive this support, and frequently nurses state they do not have the knowledge, time, or skills to provide patient education regarding sexuality. The PLISSIT model provides a framework for developing and implementing interventions to assist clients in maintaining their sexual relationship throughout the childbearing experience.
authors.affiliation: Graduate Program, Medical College of Ohio, Toledo 43614-5803, USA.
authors.forename: R R
authors.initials: RR
authors.lastname: Alteneder
authors.forename: D
authors.initials: D
authors.lastname: Hartzell
mesh_terms: D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007774:Lactation; D008297:Male; D008962:Models, Theoretical; D049590:Postpartum Period; D011247:Pregnancy; D012736:Sex Education; D012725:Sexual Behavior