Background and purpose: Sexual health is a state of physical, mental and social well-being in relation to sexuality. This study aimed to determine the status of sexual function, its dimensions, and its socio-demographic predictors in women of reproductive age in Tabriz, Iran, in 2013. Materials and methods: Data were collected by Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI) scale and socio-demographic questionnaire. General liner model analysis was used for modeling of socio-demographic predictors of sexual function. Results: The mean score of sexual function was 65.9 ± 15.8 of the possible range of 0-100. Prevalence of sexual dysfunction was 66%. Sufficiency of household income for expenses and the level of satisfaction of spouse were predictors of sexual function in women. Conclusion: With attention to significant impact of the sexual function on health of women and their families, determining the effective factors on sexual satisfaction can assist strengthening of families.

Keywords: Sexual function, women, reproductive age, socio-demographic predictors

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