Abstract
Background:
• Two-thirds of adults aged 65+ express interest in sex, and over 50% report sexual activity as important to their QOL (1).
• Sexually transmitted infection (STI) among adults aged 55+ have more than doubled over the past decade (2).
• Of the 1.1 million people living with HIV (PLWH) in the US, 54% are aged 50+; this age group accounts for 16% of new HIV diagnoses (3).
• OTs are uniquely positioned to address sexual engagement for adult of all ages.
• Promoting safe, pleasurable sexual engagement among aging communities requires access to age-affirming, comprehensive sexual health education. Study
Objectives: Improve sexual health literacy & satisfaction in engagement in desired sexual activities
Faculty Mentor
Kathryn Burke OTD, OTR/L
Graduation Date
2025
Document Type
Poster
Recommended Citation
David, Riley OTS and Burke, Kathryn OTD, OTR/L, "Evaluating the Effectiveness of Occupation-Based Programming on the Sexual Health Literacy of Older Adults Living with HIV" (2025). Occupational Therapy Doctorate Capstones. 47.
https://scholarsarchive.jwu.edu/otd_capstone/47
