The objective of this case-control study was to identify psychosocial factors associated with
vaginismus. One hundred twenty women were recruited and interviewed at the Institute of …

Vaginismus is classified as a sexual dysfunction, yet limited research is available on the
sexual function and behavior of women with this condition. Comparing women with lifelong …

The present study examined the experience of vaginismus in 89 sufferers and ex-sufferers
using quantitative and qualitative methodologies. The results provide insights into the effects …

Introduction Previous research suggests that anxiety may play a large role in the symptoms
of vaginismus. Aim We aimed to (i) determine the degree of self-reported general anxiety in …

Vaginismus is a sexual dysfunction occurring in females presented as a contraction of the
muscles around the vagina as a reflex, causing the failure of vaginal penetration. Although …

The present study examined the experience of vaginismus in 89 sufferers and ex-sufferers
using quantitative and qualitative methodologies. The results provide insights into the effects …

The incidence of women complaining of vaginismus, the specific difficulty or inability to
tolerate genital penetration, has remained essentially unchanged in recent decades …

The basic strategies and methods for assessing and treating vaginismus were proposed by
the early 20th century and have not essentially changed. Etiological theories have changed …

Background Vaginismus affects up to 1% of the female population and often represents a
physical manifestation of an underlying psychological problem. Our objective was to …

This study investigated the roles of vaginal spasm, pain, and behavior in vaginismus and the
ability of psychologists, gynecologists, and physical therapists to agree on a diagnosis of …