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The need for intimacy of male patients 65+
BAMBÁSKOVÁ, Diana
This work focuses on the issue of intimacy among patients aged 65 and over in a hospital setting. The aim was to examine the specifics of intimacy needs, perceptions of intimacy maintenance, and healthcare professionals' approach to these needs. The theoretical part addressed definitions and delineations of basic concepts such as need, intimacy, human dignity, ethics, mandatory confidentiality, and patient rights. The empirical part was conducted through qualitative research, involving interviews with patients aged 65 and over and healthcare professionals. The results confirmed that men in this age group exhibit a high sensitivity to maintaining their privacy and dignity during hospitalization. They also showed a willingness to communicate with healthcare professionals about their intimacy needs. It was found that individual intimacy needs vary greatly and depend on patients' personal preferences, health status, and lifestyle. The conclusions underscore the importance of providing individualized care that respects these differences and highlight the need for further exploration of this issue.
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