Love knows no boundaries, not even age limits. Even in old age, people need closeness and tenderness. However, problems often arise in nursing homes, such as unwanted attacks on nursing staff or fellow residents. The “House of Mercy” has addressed this problem.
Sexuality is a basic need; many people are sexually active well into old age. A decline in sexual receptivity and interest is only noticeable from the age of 75. According to renowned gerontologist Gerald Gatterer, most people practice sexual intercourse regularly until their mid-60s. In people who are in a relationship, the share of sexuality only decreases significantly between the ages of 60 and 80.
Sexuality takes on new forms as we get older
However, in men, erection problems increase continuously from the age of 50. That’s why many people, as they get older, become more concerned with tenderness and closeness and less with pure intercourse, as they were when they were younger. “A couple in which sexuality – in whatever form – has always played a major role will remain sexually vibrant as they grow older, even if their approach changes,” says expert Gerti Senger.
Source: Krone
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