We investigated the effectiveness of online Sensate Focus exercises, delivered online as a series of 11 animation videos, in improving participants' sexual functioning and enhancing intimacy, relationship and sexual satisfaction. We studied 35 Chinese heterosexual couples, assessed them at pretest, post-test, and a three-month follow-up. Compared to the waitlist control group, the experimental group showed improvement in orgasm in women, and this was maintained at follow-up. Also, for those with a lower function at pretest, the intervention was possibly effective in improving erectile function among men, as well as overall sexual function and pain among women. These improvements were maintained at follow-up as well. Findings from the current study suggest that online Sensate Focus intervention has potential in treating sexual dysfunction of Chinese heterosexual couples. It may also serve as the first part of a stepped care approach or be integrated with other medication or cognitive behavioral therapy treatment.
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- randomized controlled trial
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- pain management
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- chronic pain
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- pregnancy outcomes
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- pregnant women
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