Psycho-social determinants of sexual satisfaction in young, middle and late adulthood

2015 ◽  
Vol 13 (2) ◽  
pp. 47-68
Author(s):  
Agnieszka Nomejko ◽  
Grażyna Dolińska- Zygmunt
Keyword(s):  
Relationship Satisfaction ◽  
Sexual Satisfaction ◽  
Social Determinants ◽  
Life Quality ◽  
Sexual Practices ◽  
Satisfaction Level ◽  
Close Relationship ◽  
The Subject ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
General Opinion

Abstract Numerous studies demonstrate that, regardless of the adulthood stage, sexual satisfaction is crucial to the general opinion on life quality. The models of sexual satisfaction presented in the subject literature display underlying differences in its determinants between men and women; little, however, is said about potential variations, which can occur at different stages in an adult’s life. The results presented in our article are extensively researched fragments regarding the psycho-social determinants of sexual satisfaction, conducted on 90 women and 77 men, aged 21−72. Our study attempted to determine the extent to which age affects: The sexual satisfaction level in women and men, The relationship between psycho-physical attractiveness, close relationship satisfaction, and intensification of sexual practices; with the level of sexual satisfaction for both women and men. The assessment was based on original questionnaires as well as on the Intimacy, Passion and Commitment Questionnaires by Acker and Davis. Neither age nor gender influenced the sexual satisfaction level. However, they both affected the relationship between sexual satisfaction and psychosocial variables.

scholarly journals Perceptions of close relationship through the Machiavellians´ dark glasses: Negativity, distrust, self-protection against risk and dissatisfaction

2018 ◽  
Vol 14 (4) ◽  
pp. 806-830 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tamás Ináncsi ◽  
Attila Pilinszki ◽  
Tünde Paál ◽  
András Láng
Keyword(s):  
Relationship Satisfaction ◽  
Close Relationships ◽  
Romantic Partners ◽  
Heterosexual Couples ◽  
Negative Attitudes ◽  
Actor Partner Interdependence Model ◽  
Close Relationship ◽  
Self Protection ◽  
The Relationship

It is commonly known from the literature that Machiavellian individuals have negative attitudes towards people and in general towards the world´s affairs. They are distrustful of the intentions of others, and they get cautiously involved into interpersonal interactions and take risks only if that may not have any severe negative consequence. It is also a fact that there are few ventures in life that potentially involve as much insecurity and personal vulnerability as the establishment and maintenance of close relationships. In our study, we were seeking the answer to the question: do people with high levels of Machiavellianism show a generally negative, distrustful and cautious attitude in their intimate relationships, as well? What effect their pessimistic approaches have on the other consequences of the relationship (satisfaction, commitment, investment, quality of alternatives)? This question was investigated on a dyadic sample of heterosexual couples (N = 101 pairs) with Actor-Partner Interdependence Model (APIM). The results of the correlations and actor effects show that men with high levels of Machiavellianism perceive in a negative way not just people in general, but their romantic partners and relationships as well and they experience an increased level of distrust, risk, and dissatisfaction into their close relationships. Women with high levels of Machiavellianism are less negativistic and feel less discontent towards their intimate partner and relationship, but even they are unable to put their distrust and precaution aside. The results of partner effects have revealed that women's Machiavellianism undermines men's trust, while men's Machiavellianism has the effect of minimizing women's investment into their relationship.

Minding the Close Relationship

1997 ◽  
Vol 1 (3) ◽  
pp. 224-240 ◽  
Author(s):  
John H. Harvey ◽  
Julia Omarzu
Keyword(s):  
Theoretical Analysis ◽  
Relationship Satisfaction ◽  
Close Relationships ◽  
Empathic Accuracy ◽  
The Other ◽  
Self Disclosure ◽  
Long Period ◽  
Social Penetration ◽  
Close Relationship ◽  
The Relationship

In this theoretical analysis, we argue that a process referred to as minding is essential for a couple to feel mutually close and satisfied in a close relationship overa long period. Minding represents a package of mutual self-disclosure, other forms of goal-oriented behavior aimed at facilitating the relationship, and attributions about self's and other's motivations, intentions, and effort in the relationship. Self-disclosure and attribution activities in minding are aimed at getting to know the other, trying to understand the other's motivations and deeper dispositions as they pertain to the relationship, and showing respect and acceptance for knowledge gained about other. We link the concept of minding to other major ideas and literatures about how couples achieve closeness: self-disclosure and social penetration, intimacy, empathy and empathic accuracy, and love and self-expansion. We argue that the minding process articulated here has not previously been delineated and that it is a useful composite notion about essential steps in bonding among humans. We also argue that the minding concept stretches our understanding of the interface of attribution and close relationships. We present research possibilities and implications and consider possible alternative positions and counterarguments about the merits of the minding idea for close relationship satisfaction.

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 Probiotics Regulate Gut Microbiota: An Effective Method to Improve Immunity

Molecules ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 26 (19) ◽  
pp. 6076
Author(s):  
Xinzhou Wang ◽  
Peng Zhang ◽  
Xin Zhang
Keyword(s):  
Gut Microbiota ◽  
Pathogenic Bacteria ◽  
Intestinal Flora ◽  
Life Quality ◽  
Protective Layer ◽  
Host Immune System ◽  
Close Relationship ◽  
Human Immunity ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Gut Microbiota Composition

Probiotics are beneficial active microorganisms that colonize the human intestines and change the composition of the flora in particular parts of the host. Recently, the use of probiotics to regulate intestinal flora to improve host immunity has received widespread attention. Recent evidence has shown that probiotics play significant roles in gut microbiota composition, which can inhibit the colonization of pathogenic bacteria in the intestine, help the host build a healthy intestinal mucosa protective layer, and enhance the host immune system. Based on the close relationship between the gut microbiota and human immunity, it has become an extremely effective way to improve human immunity by regulating the gut microbiome with probiotics. In this review, we discussed the influence of probiotics on the gut microbiota and human immunity, and the relationship between immunity, probiotics, gut microbiota, and life quality. We further emphasized the regulation of gut microflora through probiotics, thereby enhancing human immunity and improving people’s lives.

scholarly journals Catechesis and education as a function of building the Church according to Fr. Franciszek Blachnicki (On the centenary of the birth of the great educator)

2022 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
pp. 335-347
Author(s):  
Kazimierz Misiaszek
Keyword(s):  
Second Vatican Council ◽  
Christian Initiation ◽  
Community Of Faith ◽  
Vatican Council ◽  
God's People ◽  
Close Relationship ◽  
German Speaking ◽  
The Subject ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
The Church

For Fr. Franciszek Blachnicki, the catechesis was in close relationship with the Church. The most appropriate place for the catechesis as the fundamental formation of Christians (adults, youth and children) is in the Church which is both the subject, goal and object of catechesis. Fr. Franciszek Blachnicki drew the concepts of the Church from studies by German-speaking authors, and above all from documents of the Second Vatican Council. For him, the Church was an intermediary of salvation, a universal sacrament of salvation, a mother, a temple of God, and most of all, a union of God's people, a community in Christ, a community of faith, hope and love. The task of catechesis is, in the first place, the introduction and experience of the Church. The nature of catechesis stems from the concept of the Church. Therefore, if the Church is a community, the aim of catechesis is to introduce it to the faithful so that they may not only participate in it, but above all create it. It is also important that catechesis  serves the process of Christian initiation, discovering the Church as a place of fulfilling the mystery of life, salvation and healing. Therefore, Fr. Blachnicki put a strong emphasis on the relationship between the liturgy and catechesis, because the most complete process of initiation takes place in the liturgy. Another task of catechesis is its function of awakening and developing faith. For faith is the foundation for the Church and the primary goal for catechesis. It is to be both personalistic and social in nature. Father Blachnicki claimed that cathechesis educated faith was not an individual faith but the faith of the Church. Many Christians, even including those most zealous, live their Christian lives alongside the life of the Church, but not in the Church. In the meantime, every Christian is the Church, because the Church is the whole Christ, the head and members, and we are its members. For that reason, the life of the Church grows in so far as the life of faith of each member grows.

scholarly journals The Assignment Soldiers for Missions Abroad Regarding Status of the Polish Armed Forces

2020 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 128-136
Author(s):  
Adriana Kruczyńska
Keyword(s):  
Legal Status ◽  
Scientific Literature ◽  
Synthesis Method ◽  
Armed Forces ◽  
Research Problem ◽  
Theoretical Research ◽  
Close Relationship ◽  
The Status ◽  
The Subject ◽  
The Relationship

For many years, Polish soldiers have been conducting tasks abroad related to the state's defense policy. Despite this fact, there are few publications in scientific literature on the issue of selecting soldiers to conduct tasks abroad. For this reason, the subject of considerations was the assignment or the appointment soldiers for missions abroad with the simultaneous clarification of the legal status of the Polish Armed Forces. This topic settled the purpose for considerations which aims to find the legal basis for: conducting tasks by the armed forces abroad, their scope and regulations regarding the assignment or  appointment of soldiers to conduct tasks as a part of the armed forces. In the light of the above, the following research problem should have been solved: is there a relationship between existing regulations that reflect the relationship between the armed forces and the soldiers in its structures in the aspect of conducting tasks abroad? Before proceeding to solve the stated issue it was hypothesized that there is a close relationship between the regulations regarding the assignment of soldiers to conduct tasks abroad. During the deliberations, theoretical research methods were implemented: a method of analysis of valid legal acts and subject literature, followed by the synthesis method to formulate conclusions and generalizations. The considerations end with generalizations regarding the valid legal status concerning the assignment or appointment of  soldiers on missions abroad and the status of the Polish Armed Forces.

scholarly journals Relationship Satisfaction and Infidelity-Related Behaviors on Social Networks: A Preliminary Online Study of Hispanic Women

2019 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 297-309
Author(s):  
Juan Aníbal González-Rivera ◽  
Francisco Aquino-Serrano ◽  
Emily M. Pérez-Torres
Keyword(s):  
Social Networks ◽  
Relationship Satisfaction ◽  
Sexual Satisfaction ◽  
Hispanic Women ◽  
Couple Relationships ◽  
Emotional Intimacy ◽  
Online Study ◽  
Indirect Impact ◽  
Probabilistic Sample ◽  
The Relationship

The purpose of this online study was to develop an explicative model regarding the origin of infidelity-related behaviors on social networks for Hispanic women. We propose that sexual satisfaction and emotional intimacy have a direct impact on the satisfaction of couple relationships, and an indirect impact in the development of infidelity-related behaviors on social networks. To investigate this proposal, we used a non-probabilistic sample of 341 Hispanic women living in Puerto Rico. Statistical analyses confirmed that satisfaction and ambivalence in couple relationship completely mediate the association between sexual satisfaction and infidelity-related behaviors on social networks, as well as the relationship between emotional intimacy and infidelity-related behaviors on social networks. Overall, women who practice infidelity-related behaviors on social networks showed less sexual satisfaction, less emotional intimacy, less relationship satisfaction, and greater ambivalence. Our results provide theoretical and empirical evidence on how infidelity-related behaviors on social networks develop in couple relationships, and these results could help to inform possible forms of prevention and intervention.

scholarly journals Counselove: Marital Counseling Android-based Application to Promote Marital Satisfaction

2017 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 542
Author(s):  
Widodo Budiharto ◽  
Meliana Meliana ◽  
Pingkan C.B. Rumondor
Keyword(s):  
Fuzzy Logic ◽  
Marital Satisfaction ◽  
Relationship Satisfaction ◽  
Mobile Application ◽  
Satisfaction Level ◽  
Positive Interaction ◽  
Satisfaction Questionnaire ◽  
Positive Behaviors ◽  
Depth Interview ◽  
The Relationship

This paper presents the development of Android-based framework for improving marital satisfaction. Classic research in psychology found that stability of marriage is based on the ability to create and maintain a positive interaction ratio five times more than negative interactions. Based on that, we present Counselove, a mobile application intended to record information of daily positive behaviors (joking, showing affection) of couples who use the application. We propose a method where the apps can determine users’ marital satisfaction level and also can help users increasing their marital satisfaction based on the relationship satisfaction questionnaire and the assessment of user’s self reported behaviors to their partners using fuzzy logic. The experimental results shown the application is running well on mobile devices based on Android platform. Lastly, we provide result of in depth interview with two users. Further research and development of the Counselove apps are discussed.

Sexual satisfaction among individuals in monogamous and consensually non-monogamous relationships

2018 ◽  
Vol 35 (4) ◽  
pp. 509-531 ◽  
Author(s):  
Terri D. Conley ◽  
Jennifer L. Piemonte ◽  
Staci Gusakova ◽  
Jennifer D. Rubin
Keyword(s):  
Relationship Satisfaction ◽  
Sexual Satisfaction ◽  
Open Relationships ◽  
The Relationship

Monogamous individuals are believed to have better sex lives than those who are consensually non-monogamous (CNM). We compared the sexual satisfaction of CNM and monogamous individuals and also considered the relationship satisfaction of participants utilizing a non-targeted sample of CNM participants. We found that monogamous people reported slightly lower sexual satisfaction and lower orgasm rates than those who are CNM. Moreover, the type of CNM in which a person engages is important: swingers consistently reported higher sexual satisfaction than monogamous individuals, whereas those in open relationships had equivalent levels of satisfaction to those in monogamous relationships. Relationship satisfaction did not differ between CNM and monogamous groups. These findings do not support the perception that people in monogamous relationships have better sex than CNM individuals.

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