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{"title":"Effects of adverse childhood experiences on partnered sexual arousal appear context dependent","authors":"N. Prause, H. Cohen, G. Siegle","doi":"10.1080/14681994.2021.1991907","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/14681994.2021.1991907","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract Partnered sexual interactions can provoke distressing emotional experiences for individuals with a history of childhood adversity impeding the experience of sexual arousal. Some theorize that such histories impair the ability to feel close to any person, leading to difficulty connecting with intimate partners and sexual dissatisfaction. In contrast, it is possible that alleged deficits in closeness are due to contextual factors. To test this hypothesis, we examined whether the same deficits were present during Orgasmic Meditation (OM), a form of partnered sexual interaction that specifically promotes closeness. Couples (N due to contextual factors. To test this hypothesis, we examined whether the same deficits were present during Orgasmic Meditation (OM), a Participants reported higher positive (happy, amused, sexually aroused) and lower negative (anxiety, anger) emotions after OM. Those reporting more childhood adversity, especially sexual abuse, reported higher sexual arousal relative to those who had less childhood adversity. We conclude that effects of adverse childhood on perceived closeness and arousal can be mitigated contextually. LAY SUMMARY Persons with a history of trauma may struggle responding sexually with a partner. This study suggests a structured sexual context is associated with increased sexual arousal in persons with, relative to persons without, a trauma history. Providing safety signals in intimate contexts may facilitate sexuality in trauma victims.","PeriodicalId":47131,"journal":{"name":"Sexual and Relationship Therapy","volume":"9 1","pages":"479 - 494"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2021-10-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"81827359","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"心理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Finding the divine within: exploring the role of the sacred in psychedelic integration therapy for sexual trauma and dysfunction","authors":"Dee Dee Goldpaugh","doi":"10.1080/14681994.2021.1994138","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/14681994.2021.1994138","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract During the last two decades, psychedelic-assisted therapy has emerged as one of the most promising novel treatments for depression, anxiety, PTSD, and substance use disorders. These medicines have also been used in sacred, ritual settings for, in some cases, centuries. Often referred to as entheogens (meaning “creating the divine within”), psychedelic plant medicines such as psilocybin mushrooms, mescaline-containing cacti, and ayahuasca are unique for their ability to induce a direct and personal experience of the divine. In my work as a psychedelic integration psychotherapist who specializes in sexual trauma as well as issues around gender and sexuality, I have seen my clients transform trauma and develop a healthy relationship to their identity after these profoundly sacred experiences with psychedelic plant medicines in ritual settings. Clients who have sought healing with plant medicines describe an experience of the ineffable, direct communication with divinity or ancestors, and deep felt experiences of embodied pleasure free from shame. Psychedelic integration therapy for sexual trauma uses the experience of ecstasy, direct communication with the divine, and sacred embodied pleasure as vehicles to achieve sustained trauma healing, increased sexual satisfaction, and wellbeing.","PeriodicalId":47131,"journal":{"name":"Sexual and Relationship Therapy","volume":"25 1","pages":"314 - 323"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2021-10-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"73039560","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"心理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Satanic sexuality: understanding Satanism as a diversity issue for sex and relationship therapists","authors":"Eric L. Sprankle, Samuel Danielson, Tayle Lyng, Mariah Severud","doi":"10.1080/14681994.2021.1994550","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/14681994.2021.1994550","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract Appropriating the mythology of Satan as a god of carnality, modern Satanism began as a new religious movement in 1966 with the founding of the Church of Satan. Since then, the religion has experienced numerous schisms and factions, most recently with the formation of The Satanic Temple in 2012. Despite differences in the role of esoteric elements in the religion and other theological or governance reasons for division, Satanists are united in their shared values of sexual liberation and viewing sexuality as a form of authentic self-expression important to their religious beliefs. Conceptualizing Satanism as a non-dominant, sex-positive religion, sex and relationship therapists should understand how Satanists’ sexuality can benefit from a religious belief in sexual liberation, but can also be hindered by religious minority stress. The historical development of modern Satanism, the intersections of Satanism and gender, sexual orientation, and relationships, and guidelines for therapists working with Satanist clients are discussed. LAY ABSTRACT Modern Satanism is an oft-misunderstood new religious movement. This paper provides an overview of the development of Satanism with special attention to its beliefs and practices relevant to sexuality. Guidelines are presented for sex and relationship therapists on how to appropriately assess and treat Satanist clients.","PeriodicalId":47131,"journal":{"name":"Sexual and Relationship Therapy","volume":"10 1","pages":"395 - 409"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2021-10-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"74589667","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"心理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Investigating anger in a metacognitive model of problematic pornography use: preliminary findings","authors":"Andrew Allen, L. Kannis-Dymand, M. Katsikitis","doi":"10.1080/14681994.2021.1991906","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/14681994.2021.1991906","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":47131,"journal":{"name":"Sexual and Relationship Therapy","volume":"21 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2021-10-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"76501969","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"心理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Clinical reviews editorial: discovering connections","authors":"Christopher K. Belous","doi":"10.1080/14681994.2021.1996856","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/14681994.2021.1996856","url":null,"abstract":"We have all been there – reading through multiple content tables, scanning abstracts... looking for a semi-quick answer to the question, “Is this article going to give me a good suggestion for helping with my clients’ concerns?” As sexologists, it is always a bit of a battle to bridge the gap between research and practice. This is true for many disciplines, but in the field of sex we often find ourselves mixing the two and yet not distinctly identifying how a research outcome can be applied in “real life,” nor how a clinical application can be applied to (or from) the next big break through. While a brief editorial is not able to cover or explain all of the applications – a summary of sorts may be beneficial, especially if it attempts to bridge a connection. In this issue of Sexual and Relationship Therapy, there is a wide range of articles spanning topics such as menopause, desire and functioning, teaching sex therapy, transgender relationships, sex workers, and assessments. There are qualitative, quantitative, and even mixed methods studies represented – all providing incredible insight. As I reviewed the articles in this issue, I saw a very general overlap related to permission-based work in sexual and relationship therapy, which will be the theme of this first Clinical Reviews Editorial. Permission-based therapy and interventions is nothing new, but the way in which it is being adapted to today’s clientele is under development (Belous et al., 2019a). Historically, permission was utilized in sex therapy to free clients from the burden of social oppression by providing the “okay” to engage in sexual experiences that they were interested in – we know this as the first stage/step of the PLISSIT [permission, limited information, specific suggestions, and intensive therapy] model developed by Jack Anon in 1976. This original model was expanded in 2007 by Taylor and Davis to incorporate an extended version of permission throughout the model – giving permission (and getting it) at each step. This type of work, where a client’s autonomy and ability to retain their own power of choice, is incredibly important to ensuring positive outcomes and effective treatment. Permission work includes honoring the client’s ability to choose what to disclose, at what pace, and ensuring continued consent in the conversation and therapy process. It is actually a quite simple task and is directly related to enthusiastic consent in sexual activity practices (Coy et al., 2016). Throughout, and often, the therapist should gain the permission, check in with the client that the topic is still okay and that they are willing to continue, and that everything is going in a direction in which they are comfortable. If the client is not comfortable or unwilling to continue – their wishes should be honored, and a pause is placed on the therapy topic until the client is","PeriodicalId":47131,"journal":{"name":"Sexual and Relationship Therapy","volume":"25 1","pages":"313 - 317"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2021-10-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"88382383","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"心理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Re-membering body and spirit through spiritual practices of sexual wholeness","authors":"Gillian D. Grannum, Rebecca Irwin-Diehl","doi":"10.1080/14681994.2021.1980207","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/14681994.2021.1980207","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract Studies show that people from traditional religious belief systems may experience relational, emotional, and psychological dysfunction related to sexual identity and behaviors. Shame that is rooted in one’s understanding of oneself as a sexual being may result in dis-integration (lack of internal integrity) and feelings of disconnection from sense of self, one’s body, and others. Yet research also shows that personal and communal spirituality can be a therapeutic resource for fostering mental health and relational wholeness. The theological reflections of women, BIPOC, and queer scholars provide sex-positive spiritual resources for a holistic view of the human person as embodied and enspirited, including sexuality as a foundational and integrated dimension of spirituality. This paper offers constructive recommendations for spiritual practices that may aid clients in reintegrating sexuality and spirituality, and provides therapists with a framework for helping clients identify and embrace healing practices that are informed by traditional religious categories and by contemporary spiritualities emerging outside religious institutions. We highlight spiritual connections to nonreligious practices of body and community, and conclude with guidance for clinicians to offer appropriate support and reflection for clients on this sexual-spiritual journey. LAY SUMMARY:This article offers therapists a framework for helping clients identify and embrace healing practices that are informed by both traditional religious categories and by contemporary spiritualities outside religious institutions. We also highlight spiritual dimensions of non-religious practices that contribute to a sense of sexual-spiritual wholeness.","PeriodicalId":47131,"journal":{"name":"Sexual and Relationship Therapy","volume":"14 1","pages":"458 - 475"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2021-09-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"90094870","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"心理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Needing to be “perfect” to be loved: the intersection of body dysmorphic disorder, sexual identity, and gay culture in gay men. A qualitative study","authors":"Heather Morgan-Sowada, C. Gamboni","doi":"10.1080/14681994.2021.1975672","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/14681994.2021.1975672","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":47131,"journal":{"name":"Sexual and Relationship Therapy","volume":"40 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2021-09-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"90711864","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"心理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Sexual satisfaction and marital intimacy in Iranian male pornography users","authors":"Mohaddeseh Askari, Z. Ghorashi, Rasoul Roshan Chesli, R. Vazirinejad","doi":"10.1080/14681994.2021.1981853","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/14681994.2021.1981853","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":47131,"journal":{"name":"Sexual and Relationship Therapy","volume":"1 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2021-09-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"90167561","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"心理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Secrecy and deception: values, shame, and endorsement of hiding one’s pornography viewing","authors":"Brian A. Droubay, Kevin Shafer, Rashun J. Miles, Rob P. Butters, Joshua B. Grubbs","doi":"10.1080/14681994.2021.1976403","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/14681994.2021.1976403","url":null,"abstract":"Pornography’s effects have received renewed attention, with particular concern about how viewing impacts committed partner relationships. Given that secrecy and deception about pornography viewing ...","PeriodicalId":47131,"journal":{"name":"Sexual and Relationship Therapy","volume":"8 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2021-09-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"84849971","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"心理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Sexual body self-representations, desire, and functioning in women","authors":"N. Moyano, María del Mar Sánchez-Fuentes","doi":"10.1080/14681994.2021.1978422","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/14681994.2021.1978422","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":47131,"journal":{"name":"Sexual and Relationship Therapy","volume":"45 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2021-09-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"90237614","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"心理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}