Religiosity and sexuality: Counseling provided by Brazilian Protestant pastors

Abstract Objective This qualitative study aimed to explore counseling about sexuality and contraception provided to the church community. Methods The oral history method was performed. Data were collected through in-depth face-to-face interviews with 18 Brazilian Protestant pastors and were examined...

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Published in:Sexual & reproductive healthcare 2013-06, Vol.4 (2), p.57-63
Main Authors: Hoga, Luiza Akiko Komura, Rodolpho, Juliana Reale Caçapava, de Souza Penteado, Priscilla Evelyn, Borges, Ana Luiza Vilela, Chávez Alvarez, Rocío Elizabeth
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Abortion, Induced - ethics
Abortion, Induced - psychology
Adult
Brazil
Contraception - ethics
Contraception - psychology
Gender Identity
Humans
Internal Medicine
Interviews as Topic
Male
Marriage - psychology
Middle Aged
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Pastoral Care - methods
Protestantism - psychology
Qualitative Research
Sexual Behavior - ethics
Sexual Behavior - psychology
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Summary:Abstract Objective This qualitative study aimed to explore counseling about sexuality and contraception provided to the church community. Methods The oral history method was performed. Data were collected through in-depth face-to-face interviews with 18 Brazilian Protestant pastors and were examined using thematic analysis. Results Four themes were identified from the data: (a) Counseling based on Christian doctrine provided to preserve the integrity of the family; (b) Adequate performance of gender roles is essential to preserve harmony in the family; (c) Recommendations for sex with pleasure and the free use of contraceptives in marriage; (d) Distinct positions regarding abortion: clearly forbidden versus permissible when authorized by law. Conclusions The pastors provide traditional counselings regarding sexuality and the use of contraceptives is stimulated within the marriage. The main aim of the counselings given to the church community is the preservation of family integrity. The exploration of patients religious backgrounds and its consideration is essential in the planning and implementation of a culturally meaningful and non-conflicting healthcare.
ISSN:1877-5756
1877-5764
DOI:10.1016/j.srhc.2013.04.001