Life enhancement for women with vulvodynia: A group program
by Pajo, Ragne, Psy.D., UNIVERSITY OF HARTFORD, 2008, 100 pages; 3281708

Abstract:

Vulvodynia is a chronic female genital pain disorder that affects women's quality of life through impaired sexual functioning and daily living activities. It has recently emerged as a research subject in the field of medicine and psychology, yet there is little awareness regarding vulvodynia in the general public or the medical community. Despite the rapidly growing body of literature on the psychosocial effects of vulvodynia, only a very small number of studies have recommended psychological means to help manage the negative impact of this condition. This dissertation provides a group program in the form of a treatment manual designed to help women with vulvodynia enhance their overall quality of life. In order to reach this goal, the group approach combines cognitive and behavioral therapy techniques, peer support, and psychoeducation to address specific areas of psychosocial functioning that are likely affected by vulvodynia.

 
AdviserSarah F. Pearlman
SchoolUNIVERSITY OF HARTFORD
SourceDAI/B 68-09, p. , Dec 2007
Source TypeDissertation
SubjectsMental health; Women's studies; Clinical psychology; Physiological psychology
Publication Number3281708
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