Sexual health
The sexual health is a term in sexology . Sexual health was first defined in a draft by the WHO in 1972 at a specialist conference. A new definition was adopted during a specialist conference in January 2002.
Sexual health is described by the WHO in the 2002 draft definition as "... the state of physical, emotional, mental and social well-being in relation to sexuality and does not just mean the absence of illness, dysfunction or weakness."
The WHO also writes: “Sexual health requires both a positive, respectful approach to sexuality and sexual relationships, as well as the opportunity for pleasurable and safe sexual experiences, free from oppression, discrimination and violence. If sexual health is to be achieved and preserved, the sexual rights of all people must be recognized, protected and respected. "
The World Association for Sexual Health proclaimed September 4th as World Sexual Health Day in 2010 .
Individual evidence
- ↑ Definition draft WHO 1972: "Sexual health is the integration of the somatic, emotional, intellectual and social aspects of sexual being in ways did are positively enriching and did enhance personality, communication and love."
- ^ Draft definition of the WHO 2002: "Sexual health is a state of physical, emotional, mental and social well-being in relation to sexuality; it is not merely the absence of disease, dysfunction or infirmity. Sexual health requires a positive and respectful approach to sexuality and sexual relationships, as well as the possibility of having pleasurable and safe sexual experiences, free of coercion, discrimination and violence. For sexual health to be attained and maintained, the sexual rights of all persons must be respected, protected and fulfilled. "
- ↑ a b WHO Regional Office for Europe and BZgA : Standards for Sexuality Education in Europe. Framework for political decision-makers, educational institutions, health authorities, experts. Cologne, 2011
- ^ WHO: Word Sexual Health Day.