{"title":"Psychometric Properties of the Attitudes Toward Polyamory Scale (ATP) in the Spanish Context.","authors":"Andrea Blanc, Cristina Pérez","doi":"10.1080/0092623X.2024.2387263","DOIUrl":"10.1080/0092623X.2024.2387263","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Given the potential discrimination faced by individuals in polyamorous relationships, understanding attitudes toward polyamory in society is crucial. To this end, instruments to measure attitudes toward polyamory with adequate psychometric properties are necessary. The aim of this study was to adapt the Attitudes Toward Polyamory Scale (ATP) to the Spanish context and analyze its psychometric properties in a sample of young adults. The sample comprised 1,162 individuals aged 18 to 35 years. Participants responded to sociodemographic questions and completed the Revised Sexual Opinion Survey (SOS) and the ATP. The findings indicate: (1) adequate reliability coefficients, (2) good fit statistics for the one-factor confirmatory model that verify results of exploratory factor analysis, (3) that homosexual and bisexual people have more favorable attitudes toward polyamory than heterosexual, (4) positive correlations between ATP scores, SOS scores, and political orientation (individuals with higher levels of erotophilia and a more left-leaning political orientation tend to hold more favorable attitudes toward polyamory), and (5) association between ATP scores and religion, with non-religious individuals showing more favorable attitudes toward polyamory than Catholics. In conclusion, the ATP demonstrates adequate psychometric properties in Spanish young adults.</p>","PeriodicalId":17171,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Sex & Marital Therapy","volume":" ","pages":"825-833"},"PeriodicalIF":2.1,"publicationDate":"2024-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141971374","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"心理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Maeghan Ross, Pip Roijer, Margriet Mullender, Tim C van de Grift
{"title":"Trans, gender non-conforming and non-binary individuals' perspectives on experienced sexuality during medical transition.","authors":"Maeghan Ross, Pip Roijer, Margriet Mullender, Tim C van de Grift","doi":"10.1080/0092623X.2023.2300828","DOIUrl":"10.1080/0092623X.2023.2300828","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>How gender-affirming treatments (GAT) influence the experienced sexuality of transgender, gender non-conforming, and non-binary (TGNB) individuals remains understudied. The aim of this research was to discern factors contributing to a satisfying sexual experience for TGNB individuals, explore the influence of GAT on this process, and identify potential areas for improvement in transition-related care. We conducted interviews with 21 participants at various stages of GAT. Participants identified as (trans)men (12), (trans)women (7), transgender (1), and genderqueer/gender non-conforming/non-binary (1). Thematic analysis was conducted and involved multiple researchers. Three themes emerged from the data: (i) the role sexuality plays in understanding and affirming one's gender, (ii) satisfaction with one's physical sexual function, (iii) positive communication about sex and its subsequent influence on relationships. Many participants associated satisfaction with physical sexual function with positive sexual experiences, often describing GAT-induced changes in sexual arousal, drive, and orgasm as gender-affirming. Emotional connection and affirmation from sexual partners also contributed to positive experiences. The ability to (re-)define what sex meant individually increased satisfaction levels. Moreover, understanding and affirming one's gender identity were closely related to a satisfactory sex life. This study offers valuable insights for healthcare providers working with TGNB individuals during GAT, particularly concerning their sexuality.</p>","PeriodicalId":17171,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Sex & Marital Therapy","volume":" ","pages":"379-394"},"PeriodicalIF":2.5,"publicationDate":"2024-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139491241","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"心理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Asma Tabatabaeian, Simin Hosseinian, Azadeh Taheri, Chelom E Leavitt
{"title":"The Mediating Role of Emotion Regulation in the Relationship Between Sexual Mindfulness and Relational Quality in a Sample of Iranian Women.","authors":"Asma Tabatabaeian, Simin Hosseinian, Azadeh Taheri, Chelom E Leavitt","doi":"10.1080/0092623X.2024.2309965","DOIUrl":"10.1080/0092623X.2024.2309965","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Mindfulness during sex has shown many positive relational and sexual outcomes. However, little is known about the ways in which sexual mindfulness works to improve an individual's experience. This study investigated the mediating role of emotion regulation strategies in the relationship between sexual mindfulness and relational quality in a sample of Iranian women. Using a multi-stage cluster sampling method, we examined data from 265 women aged 19 to 50 years (<i>M</i> = 31.76, <i>SD</i> = 8.47). Results showed a significant positive relationship between relational quality and sexual mindfulness (<i>p</i> < .001, <i>β</i> = .13), sexual mindfulness and reappraisal strategy (<i>p</i> < .001, <i>β</i> = .65), and relational quality and reappraisal strategy (<i>p</i> < .001, <i>β</i> = .78). The reduction of the path coefficient in the full mediation model compared to the direct model indicating a partial mediation role of the reappraisal strategy was confirmed in relation to sexual mindfulness and relational quality. These findings may help identify one path, emotion regulation, through which sexual mindfulness works. This study provides psychologists and counselors evidence that both sexual mindfulness and emotion regulation are positive skills that likely improve the quality of their clients' relationships.</p>","PeriodicalId":17171,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Sex & Marital Therapy","volume":" ","pages":"468-481"},"PeriodicalIF":2.5,"publicationDate":"2024-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139905944","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"心理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Sexual Life Experiences of Infertile Individuals: A Meta-Synthesis Study.","authors":"Gamze Yavaş, Gülay Akman","doi":"10.1080/0092623X.2024.2397406","DOIUrl":"10.1080/0092623X.2024.2397406","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This study aims to systematically interpret and synthesize the evidence obtained from qualitative research conducted on the sexual experiences of infertile individuals. This study is a meta-synthesis study. A thorough literature review was conducted between February and March 2024 across five electronic databases: PubMed, Web of Science, CINAHL, EBSCO, and Science Direct Embase. This article includes 12 studies published in English since 1990 that have examined the sexual experiences of individuals who have been diagnosed with infertility. This research adhered to the Enhancing Transparency in Reporting the Synthesis of Qualitative Research (ENTREQ) guidelines. The Critical Appraisal Skills Programme tool for qualitative research was used to evaluate the quality of all included articles. To synthesize the data, deductive and interpretation techniques according to Sandelowski and Barroso's approach have been used. The sexual experiences of individuals who have been diagnosed with infertility were summarized under four main themes: \"Reconceptualising Sexuality,\" \"Change,\" \"Coping with Sexual Problems\" and \"Unmet Need for Information on Sexuality.\" It has been revealed that individuals diagnosed with infertility need more information and support about sexual health. Health professionals might help these individuals cope with sexual health problems by providing counseling services.</p>","PeriodicalId":17171,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Sex & Marital Therapy","volume":" ","pages":"919-937"},"PeriodicalIF":2.1,"publicationDate":"2024-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142120137","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"心理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Women Reporting on Their Use of Pornography: A Qualitative Study Exploring Women's Perceived Precursors and Perceived Outcomes.","authors":"Katerina Litsou, Cynthia Graham, Roger Ingham","doi":"10.1080/0092623X.2024.2302375","DOIUrl":"10.1080/0092623X.2024.2302375","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The aim of this study was to explore motivations women describe for using pornography. A qualitative online interview study was conducted with 30 women (<i>Mean</i> age 30.23, range 20-47; residing in the UK and in Greece; of varied sexual orientations and relationship status) about their pornography use, motivations for use, and preferences. Reflexive thematic analysis was used. Results were organized into four themes: Sexual Precursors, Non-sexual Precursors, Intended Outcomes, and Unintended Outcomes. The findings highlight that pornography use for women can have both positive and negative ramifications for women's sexual lives. Implications for clinical practice and education are discussed.</p>","PeriodicalId":17171,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Sex & Marital Therapy","volume":" ","pages":"413-438"},"PeriodicalIF":2.5,"publicationDate":"2024-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140110537","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"心理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A New Flight from Womanhood? The Importance of Working Through Experiences Related to Exposure to Pornographic Content in Girls Affected by Gender Dysphoria.","authors":"Karin Nadrowski","doi":"10.1080/0092623X.2023.2276149","DOIUrl":"10.1080/0092623X.2023.2276149","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Parallel to the advent of social media and the easy access to online pornographic content there is a sharp increase in adolescent females expressing gender dysphoria worldwide. This paper argues that treatment of gender dysphoria in female adolescents must include explicit exploration into their use and exchange of pornographic content, as well as possible online or offline contacts with adults. Possible avenues of how pornographic content may increase the shame and fear of becoming a woman include the acquisition of misogynistic sexual scripts based on false assumptions on sexuality including the normalization of the violation of females as pleasurable for them, peer influence among female friendship groups, the susceptibility of our medical systems to \"mass hysteria\" phenomena, easier access of adults with sexually abusive intentions to youth through social media, sexual abuse and victim blaming on females, as well as the influence of pornography on mentalization capacities. As the influence of pornography on gender dysphoria in girls is understudied, this paper provides questions for qualitative and quantitative research, case studies and history taking. Especially the lack of an adequate other during exposure may aggravate false assumptions on gender roles and gender inequality seen in mainstream pornography. Girls affected by autism might be at higher risk because of their reduced mentalization capacities. Working through experiences associated with pornographic content and sexually abusive experiences may correct false beliefs about gender inequality and therefore might alleviate gender dysphoria.</p>","PeriodicalId":17171,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Sex & Marital Therapy","volume":" ","pages":"293-302"},"PeriodicalIF":2.5,"publicationDate":"2024-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"138434302","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"心理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Elizabeth Engelkamp, Eliza Lindberg, James V Córdova
{"title":"\"We Felt Emotionally Closer:\" A Qualitative Study of Couples' Communication about Pornography Use.","authors":"Elizabeth Engelkamp, Eliza Lindberg, James V Córdova","doi":"10.1080/0092623X.2023.2267546","DOIUrl":"10.1080/0092623X.2023.2267546","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Despite much empirical study of the complex association between pornography use and relationship health, little research has been conducted on the quality of communication about pornography use within relationships, which may meaningfully impact its association with relationship health. We used reflexive thematic analysis and <i>behavioral intimacy theory</i> to analyze responses to an online survey in which 146 individuals (77.3% women) in committed relationships described their communication with their partner about pornography use. Themes drawn from participants' responses included: 1) Discussing pornography use is not vulnerable (anymore); (2) Asymmetrical vulnerability within the couple; (3) Disappointment and divergent values present in suppressive events; (4) Sharing the struggle of navigating unwanted pornography use; and (5) Selective reinforcement: encouraging some, but not all, vulnerable behavior, which included two subthemes: (a) Your pornography use is not okay, but I'm glad you told me; and (b) You can use pornography; I just don't need to hear about it. Findings provide guidance to help couples navigate conversations about pornography use in ways that enhance relationship health.</p>","PeriodicalId":17171,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Sex & Marital Therapy","volume":" ","pages":"152-170"},"PeriodicalIF":2.5,"publicationDate":"2024-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"49691104","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"心理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Cindy M Meston, Bridget K Freihart, Courtney L Crosby, Kyle R Stephenson, Paul D Trapnell
{"title":"Psychometric Evaluation and Adaptation of the Five-Factor Sexual Satisfaction Scale (SSS-W) for Use in Men: The Sexual Satisfaction Scale (SSS).","authors":"Cindy M Meston, Bridget K Freihart, Courtney L Crosby, Kyle R Stephenson, Paul D Trapnell","doi":"10.1080/0092623X.2023.2270205","DOIUrl":"10.1080/0092623X.2023.2270205","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The Sexual Satisfaction Scale for Women (SSS-W) is a psychometrically sound, widely used instrument for assessing sexual satisfaction and distress in women. Because the majority of scale items are gender nonspecific, numerous researchers have adapted this scale for use in male samples. The goal of the current study was to assess the reliability and validity of a slightly modified version of the SSS-W in a male sample (<i>N</i> = 268). A Confirmatory Factor Analysis of five previously established factors provided evidence for consistency of internal structure in men. The adapted scale (SSS) exhibited acceptable test-retest reliability, as well as evidence for validity based on relationships with theoretically predicted variables. Taken together, there is evidence to suggest that the SSS may be a reliable and valid psychometric tool for the measurement of sexual satisfaction and distress in both men and women.</p>","PeriodicalId":17171,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Sex & Marital Therapy","volume":" ","pages":"216-229"},"PeriodicalIF":2.5,"publicationDate":"2024-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"49691106","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"心理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Simone Y Goldberg, Kiarah M K O'Kane, Erin T Fitzpatrick, Greta E Jang, Katrina N Bouchard, Samantha J Dawson
{"title":"Associations between Genital Self-Image and Individuals' Own and Perceived Partner Sexual Satisfaction.","authors":"Simone Y Goldberg, Kiarah M K O'Kane, Erin T Fitzpatrick, Greta E Jang, Katrina N Bouchard, Samantha J Dawson","doi":"10.1080/0092623X.2023.2269915","DOIUrl":"10.1080/0092623X.2023.2269915","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Negative genital self-image is linked with lower sexual satisfaction, but no research has examined its association with perceptions of partners' sexual satisfaction. In two studies (<i>N</i> = 475, <i>N</i> = 234), we examined links between genital self-image and own and individuals' perceived partner sexual satisfaction. In the second study, we tested whether a mindfulness intervention moderated these associations. In both studies, more negative genital self-image was significantly associated with individuals' lower own and perceived partner sexual satisfaction concurrently and over a two-week period. Mindfulness intervention exposure did not moderate associations. Findings support negative genital self-image as a risk factor for sexual dissatisfaction.</p>","PeriodicalId":17171,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Sex & Marital Therapy","volume":" ","pages":"171-181"},"PeriodicalIF":2.5,"publicationDate":"2024-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"71424565","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"心理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Julia A Levitan, Frederica M Martijn, Maria Santaguida, Michael C Seto
{"title":"Minor-Attracted Men's Lived Experiences of Romantic Attraction.","authors":"Julia A Levitan, Frederica M Martijn, Maria Santaguida, Michael C Seto","doi":"10.1080/0092623X.2024.2385909","DOIUrl":"10.1080/0092623X.2024.2385909","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Studies of minor-attracted persons have mainly focused on their sexual attractions, and little is known about their romantic attractions. This online qualitative survey study collected 74 self-identified minor-attracted men's anonymous accounts of romantic attraction to minors. Using reflexive thematic analysis, three themes were identified and interpreted: (1) <i>Falling in Love</i>; (2) <i>Recognizing Limitations to Attraction and Relationship Development</i>; (3) <i>Making Sense and Meaning of Romantic Attraction to Minors</i>. Overall, romantic attraction to minors resembles romantic attraction to adults. Findings have implications for how conceptualization, assessment, and treatment of minor attraction may each consider both sexual and romantic domains.</p>","PeriodicalId":17171,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Sex & Marital Therapy","volume":" ","pages":"811-824"},"PeriodicalIF":2.1,"publicationDate":"2024-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141906947","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"心理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}