OBJECTIVES The purpose of this study is to determine the effect of a multimodal intervention (including the Women's Wellness Program) on increasing levels of physical activity in Iranian midlife women. STUDY DESIGN This 12-week study was conducted in women aged 50-65 years living in the general population. Women who were allocated to the intervention group (n = 40) received an intervention, w...

Background: Menopause is a natural physiological event in women’s lives that can potentially have negative effects on their quality of life (QoL). Objectives: The aim of the present study was to explore the extent to which sociodemographic characteristics are related to QoL and to compare the QoL of Iranian women with that of women in other countries. Methods: This cross-sectional study was con...

This study investigated cross-cultural differences in the privacy regulation and perception of crowding amongtwo Iranian sub-cultures (Kurdish and Northern women).The primary purpose of this study was to examine whether Northern and Kurdish women differed in their desired and achieved levels of privacy in parks. The second purpose of this study was to investigate the relationships between the d...

BACKGROUND Sexuality is an important part of women's health, quality of life, and general well-being. There are many factors influencing the female sexual function, including psychological, physiological, couple relationship, and socio-cultural factors. Pregnancy plays an important role in the sexual function and behavior of women. OBJECTIVE This study aims to evaluate the sexual function and...

Objective: The present study was done to assess the effects of training on knowledge and attitude level promotion of post menopause women about menopause. Methods & Material: The research communication included 100 menopausal women aged 45-60 years, who were selected in a stratified manner (according to the economic status: poor, average, and good). The tool used was an examiners-made questionn...