SCIENTOMETRIC ANALYSIS ON THE APPLICATION OF COGNITIVE-BEHAVIORAL THERAPY IN SEXUAL HEALTH
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Sexual well-being, Sexual dysfunctions, Mental healthAbstract
This study aimed to conduct a scientometric analysis of scientific production on the application of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in sexual health, identifying the main themes, the most influential authors, and emerging trends in this field. Articles published between 2020 and 2024 were analyzed, collected from the PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science databases. The analysis was conducted using VOSviewer software, focusing on co-authorship networks, keyword co-occurrence, and the geographical distribution of publications. The results indicated a predominance of research topics on sexual dysfunctions, such as erectile dysfunction and low sexual desire, representing 60% of the studies analyzed. In addition, there was a growing interest in specific groups, such as postmenopausal women and individuals with chronic diseases, as well as in the application of CBT for emotional issues, such as sexual anxiety and trauma. Individual CBT was the most tested approach, but there was a significant increase in the use of group and online formats. It is concluded that CBT is an effective and versatile approach for treating sexual health problems; however, there are gaps in the literature, especially in relation to marginalized groups, such as the LGBTQIAPN+ community, and diverse cultural contexts.
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