Sexual Health as a Barometer of General Wellness

Sexual health is influenced by a range of physical and psychosocial factors, making it a reliable barometer of overall health and wellness. By monitoring changes in sexual function, we can gain valuable insights into the health of our cardiovascular, nervous and metabolic systems.

In this Teach Me in 10 episode, Dr. Arthur Burnett, Professor of Urology and Oncology at Johns Hopkins University, explores the role that sexual function plays in our general health and reveals how our everyday choices can have a profound impact on our sexual health and overall wellness.

Watch this episode to understand:

• How sexual function reflects overall physiological status
• The influence of psychosocial and lifestyle factors on sexual health
• Practical measures to maintain sexual health

Further Resources: 

• Sexual Medicine Society of North America Website: https://www.smsna.org/ 
• American Urological Association Website: https://www.auanet.org/