Pavlovich Sexuality Questionnaire
What It Measures
The Pavlovich Sexuality Questionnaire (PSQ) is a semi-structured interview assessment consisting of 22 questions evaluating sexuality in several populations. This assessment was designed to allow for more open discussions with patients regarding sexuality as many other sexuality questionnaires are straight to the point with little discussion.
Creators recommend developing a rapport with the patients before evaluating patients for sexuality, and encourage therapists to be open and comfortable with the topic to allow patients to fully express the areas in which they require therapeutic assistance. Populations such as orthopedics, spinal cord injury, TBI, and mental health are highlighted to benefit greatly from this assessment.
Additional Notes
Licensing notes: The Pavlovich Sexuality Questionnaire was shared during an Occupational Therapy Association of California (OTAC) presentation, and is not available online. Access may be requested through the creator of the assessment through her Loma Linda University faculty profile, or possibly through the OTAC library.
