Description Questionnaire

The Sexual Problems Self-Assessment Questionnaire is a tool used to evaluate and understand sexual dysfunctions and issues that individuals may face at various stages of their lives. The questionnaire includes questions related to sexual desire, arousal, satisfaction, and problems associated with sexual performance and communication.

Sexual Problems Self-Assessment Questionnaire [SPSAQ]

Description

The Sexual Problems Self-Assessment Questionnaire (SPSAQ) is a self-report instrument used to assess and better understand sexual difficulties and dysfunctions that individuals may experience at different stages of life. It addresses areas such as sexual desire, arousal, satisfaction, sexual performance, and communication.

Purpose

The main purpose of the SPSAQ is to support the identification and understanding of sexual problems in clinical and research settings. It also allows individuals to report their experiences and concerns in a structured way, which may facilitate further assessment and appropriate intervention.

Scoring and Analysis

The questionnaire is typically scored using a Likert-type scale, with participants rating the intensity or frequency of the sexual problems they experience. Total scores can provide an indication of symptom severity and may be used to monitor changes during therapeutic interventions.

Statistical analysis may include descriptive statistics and examination of associations between sexual difficulties and psychological or physiological factors.

Applications

The SPSAQ can be used in clinical, counseling, and research settings, particularly in studies focusing on sexual health, quality of life, psychological well-being, and treatment outcomes.

References

Rosen, R. C., Brown, C., Heiman, J., et al. (2000). The Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI): A multidimensional self-report instrument for the assessment of female sexual function. Journal of Sex & Marital Therapy, 26(2), 191–208.

Derogatis, L. R. (1997). The Derogatis Interview for Sexual Functioning (DISF/DISF-SR): An introductory report. Journal of Sex & Marital Therapy, 23(4), 291–304.

Rosen, R. C., Cappelleri, J. C., Smith, M. D., Lipsky, J., & Pena, B. M. (1999). Development and evaluation of an abridged, 5-item version of the International Index of Erectile Function (IIEF-5). International Journal of Impotence Research, 11(6), 319–326.

Rust, J., & Golombok, S. (1986). The GRISS: A psychometric instrument for the assessment of sexual dysfunction. Archives of Sexual Behavior, 15(2), 157–165.