Spolno zdravje in patriarhalna kultura: pričevanja žensk

The contribution collects the results of a research work carried out at the Burlo Garofolo hospital on a sample of migrant women in order to learn about migratory experiences, cultural characteristics, the relationship with society and with Italian socio-health institutions, the characteristics of their sexual and reproductive health and the continuation of traditional practices. An interesting picture emerges where the family and, in particular, the relationship with the spouse is at the center of their vital world. The relationship with sexuality and with contraception is still affected by old behavior patterns and the acquisitions in the immigration country do not significantly affect lifestyles and behavior.