Supplemental Material for Dimensions of Couples’ Sexual Communication, Relationship Satisfaction, and Sexual Satisfaction: A Meta-Analysis

2021 ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Relationship Satisfaction ◽  
Sexual Satisfaction ◽  
Sexual Communication ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Communication Relationship

scholarly journals The Roles of Social Anxiety and Sexual Communication in Marriage Relationships

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Matthew Ogan ◽  
Melissa Hall
Keyword(s):  
Social Anxiety ◽  
Relationship Satisfaction ◽  
Sexual Satisfaction ◽  
Sexual Communication ◽  
Married Couples ◽  
Past Research ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Heterosexual Couples ◽  
Fear Of Intimacy ◽  
Satisfaction Relationship

Past research shows strong connections between sexual satisfaction, sexual communication, and relationship satisfaction in romantic couples. However, social anxiety tends to inhibit communication and self-disclosure about sensitive topics, including sex. In this research, I aimed to determine the role social anxiety plays in sexual satisfaction, sexual communication, and relationship satisfaction in married couples. I hypothesized that social anxiety would not have strong impacts on sexual satisfaction, sexual communication, and relationship satisfactionin married couples because of the familiarity that comes along with marriage. 16 heterosexual couples, or 32 individuals, completed a five-section survey to measure each individual’s sexual satisfaction, relationship satisfaction, sexual communication satisfaction, fear of intimacy, and social anxiety. Results showed significant moderate correlations between social anxiety and every other variable: sexual satisfaction, r(30) = -.44, p= .01; relationship satisfaction, r(30) = -.43, p= .01; sexual communication, r(30) = -.47, p< .01; and fear of intimacy, r(30) = .55, p< .01. Socially anxious individuals also reported significantly decreased sexual satisfaction compared to non-anxious individuals. Implications for future research are discussed.Keywords:social anxiety, sexual satisfaction, relationship satisfaction, sexual communication, fear of intimacy, marriage

Protocol for a Systematic Review of Masculinity and Relationship Satisfaction Among Men and Women

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Diana Jenkins
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Relationship Satisfaction ◽  
Sexual Satisfaction ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Male Partners ◽  
Men And Women ◽  
Relationship Outcomes ◽  
Traditional Masculinity ◽  
The Relationship

Previous research has examined the relationship among masculinity and relationship outcomes and generally have found support that masculinity is related to lower relationship satisfaction. More specifically, men who adhere to traditional masculinity or who endorse traditional masculinity report lower relationship and sexual satisfaction, and women whose male partners adhere to and endorse more traditional masculinity also have lower relationship satisfaction. However, neither a meta-analysis nor a systematic review of how studies have operationalized and measured both masculinity and relationship satisfaction have been performed on this relationship. In addition, little is known whether studies using dyadic or individual participants are systematically different. To address these issues, a systematic review will be conducted examining the role of masculinity (adherence or endorsement) on relationship satisfaction for men and women. The implications of these findings will be addressed.

scholarly journals The effect of attachment styles on positive communication and sexual satisfaction in relationships

2017 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 27-31
Keyword(s):  
Relationship Satisfaction ◽  
Attachment Style ◽  
Sexual Satisfaction ◽  
Attachment Styles ◽  
Sexual Communication ◽  
Positive Communication ◽  
Communication Anxiety ◽  
Personal Wellbeing ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Intimate Encounters

Sexual satisfaction is strongly related to a couple’s perception of their overall relationship satisfaction and personal wellbeing (Brassard, Dupuy, Bergeron, & Shaver, 2015; Butzer & Campbell, 2008). Sexual satisfaction can be enhanced by positive communication between partners (Brassard et al., 2015; Davis et al., 2006), but how individuals obtain this skill is difficult to decipher. This study therefore examines the relationship between an individual’s attachment style and its relationship to couples’ sexual satisfaction, sexual communication anxiety, and sexual attitudes. Attachment theory proposes that early childhood intimate encounters are the foundations that will shape an individual’s attachment later in life (Ainsworth, et al., 1978; Bowlby, 1982). Therefore, these encounters can help clarify the comfort and ability of couples to positively communicate with one another about their sexual desires and needs.

Trait perspective taking and romantic relationship satisfaction: A meta-analysis.

2020 ◽  
Vol 34 (8) ◽  
pp. 1025-1035
Author(s):  
Vanessa A. Cahill ◽  
John M. Malouff ◽  
Callie W. Little ◽  
Nicola S. Schutte
Keyword(s):  
Relationship Satisfaction ◽  
Perspective Taking ◽  
Romantic Relationship ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Romantic Relationship Satisfaction

Sexual communication, sexual satisfaction, and relationship quality in people with multiple sclerosis.

2018 ◽  
Vol 63 (2) ◽  
pp. 267-275 ◽  
Author(s):  
Abbey K. Valvano ◽  
Michael J. D. Rollock ◽  
William H. Hudson ◽  
Marie-Christine Rutter Goodworth ◽  
Eliot Lopez ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Multiple Sclerosis ◽  
Relationship Quality ◽  
Sexual Satisfaction ◽  
Sexual Communication

A Relational Turbulence Model of Sexual Communication in Couples With Depression

2020 ◽  
pp. 009365022095822
Author(s):  
Amy L. Delaney
Keyword(s):  
Relationship Satisfaction ◽  
Turbulence Model ◽  
Sexual Communication ◽  
Sexual Intimacy ◽  
Relational Uncertainty ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Relational Turbulence ◽  
Communication About Sex ◽  
Relational Turbulence Model

Couples coping with depression are prone to unique and pervasive sexual intimacy challenges and experience troubles communicating effectively. Successful sexual communication improves sexual and relationship satisfaction, making communication particularly important for couples facing sexual difficulties. In this study, the relational turbulence model serves as a framework to examine associations between sexual communication and both sexual and relationship satisfaction in couples ( N = 106) in which one or both partners live with depression. Results of a cross-sectional survey suggest sexual communication mediates relationships between both relational uncertainty and interference from a partner with sexual/relationship satisfaction. Results illuminate functions of communication about sex as couples navigate sexual and relational effects of depression.

scholarly journals Responses to sexual advances and satisfaction in romantic relationships: Is yes good and no bad?

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kiersten Dobson ◽  
Jenney Zhu ◽  
Rhonda Nicole Balzarini ◽  
Lorne Campbell
Keyword(s):  
Romantic Relationships ◽  
Relationship Satisfaction ◽  
Sexual Activity ◽  
Sexual Satisfaction ◽  
Daily Diary ◽  
Sexual Advance

We examine the relations between accepting and rejecting a partner’s sexual advances with sexual and relationship satisfaction, and assess how long these effects endure. Couples (N =115) completed a 21-day daily diary indicating whether a partner made a sexual advance each day, and if so, whether the advance was accepted or rejected. Having one’s sexual advance accepted was associated with increased sexual and relationship satisfaction that day, and increased sexual satisfaction up to 24 hours later. Having one’s sexual advance rejected was associated with decreased sexual satisfaction that day and up to 48 hours later. Sexual advances made by one’s partner were associated with increased sexual satisfaction that day and for up to 72 hours later, regardless of whether the advance was accepted or rejected. Findings indicate benefits of sexual activity, but also prolonged post-rejection decreases in sexual satisfaction.

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