A5048108521- Sexuality, Behavior, and Technology
- Research in Social Sciences
- Social and Educational Sciences
- Education, Healthcare and Sociology Research
- Sexual function and dysfunction studies
- Gender, Feminism, and Media
- LGBTQ Health, Identity, and Policy
- Gender Roles and Identity Studies
- Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health
- Sex work and related issues
- Health and Medical Studies
- Urinary Bladder and Prostate Research
- Obesity and Health Practices
- HIV/AIDS Research and Interventions
- Urticaria and Related Conditions
- Health disparities and outcomes
- Childhood Cancer Survivors' Quality of Life
- Rheumatoid Arthritis Research and Therapies
- Hormonal and reproductive studies
- Adolescent and Pediatric Healthcare
- HIV, Drug Use, Sexual Risk
- Hepatitis C virus research
- Medicine, History, and Philosophy
- Child Abuse and Trauma
- Family Support in Illness
Aalborg University
2016-2025
Quality of Life Research Center
2018-2019
University of Copenhagen
2005-2018
Aalborg University Hospital
2018
Royal Danish Library
2010-2011
Non-heterosexual persons more often report adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) than heterosexuals, and they generally bear a greater burden of mental health challenges. However, population-based data on this topic are scarce. In nationally representative study within the Project SEXUS, one world's largest cohort studies sexual health, we used from 57,479 individuals in Denmark to explore interplay between ACEs problems among self-identified heterosexual, homosexual bisexual persons,...
Abstract Introduction An increased risk of sexual health problems is seen among patients with chronic illnesses. The background likely to be multifactorial, but it remains poorly understood. Aim To investigate the and functioning rheumatoid arthritis (RA) examine gender differences, general population comparisons, possible somatic, psychological, disease-specific determinants. Methods A cross-sectional study using a digital questionnaire distributed 380 diagnosed RA in Danish university...
ABSTRACT Background Physical and mental health are important to sexual function wellbeing. Yet, associations of ill-health with inactivity dysfunctions scarcely researched at population level. Aim To explore document self-rated physical problems inter-personal dysfunctions. Methods We used data from a probability-based, nationally representative sample 60,958 sexually experienced Danes aged 15–89 years who participated in the 2017–18 Project SEXUS cohort study. Logistic regression analyses...
Abstract Background Individuals with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) may experience impaired body image, poorer quality of life, and reduced sexual functioning compared to the general population. However, variations in health across diverse spectrum IBD must be expected. This study examined challenges dysfunctions Danish individuals without IBD. Methods In this population-based cross-sectional study, 62,675 participants from nationally representative Project SEXUS cohort...
The aim of the study was to evaluate a community-based human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) testing program for its capacity reach men who have sex with (MSM) and successfully refer HIV-positive patients treatment.A walk-in clinic placed in heart Copenhagen MSM community provided sexually transmitted infection counseling rapid HIV testing. In addition, syphilis hepatitis B vaccination were offered. staffed specially trained, predominantly non-health care personnel, services anonymous free...
The negative impact of malignant disease on sexual and relational functioning is well documented among adults but scarcely investigated adolescents young adults. This study explored the body image, self-perceived attractiveness, sexual/romantic experiences Danes diagnosed with cancer at age 15 to 29 years. It also aimed clarify whether needs for counseling were in fact met by health care providers.All who had been years during period 2009 2013 included a cross-sectional nationwide...
Objective: To investigate physical, psychosocial and sexual health outcomes in ≥50 years-old people with without HIV. Design: Cross-sectional study Denmark comparing by HIV status. Methods: Data were drawn from the SHARE study, a nationwide survey conducted between 2021 2022, examining psychosocial, reproductive (PWH), compared to data (PWOH) nationally representative Project SEXUS cohort study. Health assessed using validated patient-reported outcome measures, sex-stratified logistic...
Loneliness has a negative impact on physical health, and rheumatoid arthritis symptoms can lead to social isolation. However, there is lack of research exploring patients' perspectives self-perceived loneliness in everyday life with arthritis. The purpose this study was gain insight into the meaning importance among adult patients diagnosed arthritis.This designed as qualitative, exploratory interview using narrative framework. Semi-structured interviews were conducted Danish adults All...
Cancer is the leading cause of nonaccidental deaths among adolescents and young adults (AYAs). In Denmark, there are substantial gaps in knowledge concerning how AYAs with cancer perceive their diagnostic therapeutic trajectory report health-related outcomes. The aim this study to describe development a questionnaire targeting aiming evaluate treatment survivorship from perspective patients.Identification themes items included were based on synthesis literature qualitative interviews an...
Abstract There is a lack of knowledge regarding methotrexate (MTX) usage in patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and its possible links gender, disease characterization sexual functioning, loneliness, fatigue depression. We, therefore, investigated the associations gender physical function, fatigue, depression, loneliness functioning particular focus on MTX usage. A cross-sectional study design was used. Inclusion criteria were RA diagnosis, age above 18 years available data treatment 1...
Little is known about the sexual and psychosocial health of non-heterosexual Danes. Based on a large population study, aim this article was to compare quality-of-life-related key variables heterosexual men women, aged 16-66.Cross-sectional data from nationwide, representative Health Morbidity Survey (n = 8496) were used concerning both general well-being self-identified respondents.Nearly twice as many than rated their life bad or very (22.5% versus 12.8%), while no statistical difference...
Introduction Cardiovascular morbidity is a major burden in patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). In this study, we compare the effect of targeted, intensified, multifactorial intervention that conventional treatment modifiable risk factors for cardiovascular disease (CVD) early RA fulfilling 2010 American College Rheumatology European League Against Rheumatism (ACR/EULAR) criteria. Methods and analysis The study prospective, randomised, open label trial blinded end point assessment...
This article analyses the sexuality education curriculum in primary and lower secondary schools Denmark. Taking inspiration from 'what is problem represented to be?' approach policy analysis, we explore how discourses of risk, health, quality life, sexual diversity critical pedagogy simultaneously permeate contribute production particular subjectivities among pupils teachers. Over time, changing national curricula have moved towards greater centralisation with increased attention paid...