Concept analysis: the holistic nature of sexual well-being

Sexual well-being is an often ignored concept when it comes to patient care. This term has been used interchangeably with sexuality and sexual health. As such, concept analysis will allow for the refinement and clarification of sexual well-being in order to advance knowledge. Walker and Avant's framework was used to clarify the current understanding and uses of sexual well-being in areas of practice and research across multiple disciplines. Critical attributes of this concept include one's capability in performing sexual functions, and sexual satisfaction, self-esteem, and self-efficacy. Further studies are needed in order to explore uses of this concept in a theoretical framework, and in tool development to measure this construct in its entirety.