Ananya Chakrabarti, PhD

Dr. Ananya Chakrabarti is a leading researcher and educator in the field of personality psychology and sexual behavior. With over 12 years of experience, she combines empirical research, cross-cultural studies, and applied psychology to explore how personality traits influence sexual attitudes, preferences, and relationship dynamics. Her work emphasizes evidence-based strategies for sexual well-being and the interplay between individual differences and social contexts.

Specialization

Personality Psychology & Sexual Behavior
Adolescent and Adult Sexual Development
Attachment Styles and Relationship Dynamics
Cross-Cultural Sexuality Studies
Behavioral Interventions for Healthy Sexuality

Education

2006–2010: BSc in Psychology, University of Delhi
2010–2012: MSc in Behavioral Science, Tata Institute of Social Sciences
2012–2016: PhD in Personality & Sexual Behavior, University of Oxford

Professional Experience

2016–2018: Research Associate, Center for Human Sexuality Studies, Oxford
2018–2022: Lecturer in Psychology, University of Delhi
2022–Present: Senior Researcher & Program Director, Global Sexual Behavior Research Institute
Consultant for WHO and UNESCO on personality-linked sexual health programs

Research Cases & Project Highlights

Case Study: "Personality Traits and Sexual Risk-Taking in Young Adults" – conducted surveys on 3,200 participants across Europe and India. Found that high openness and extraversion were linked to increased experimentation, while conscientiousness predicted safer sexual practices.
Project: "Attachment Styles and Relationship Satisfaction" – longitudinal study of 1,500 couples. Results demonstrated that secure attachment predicted higher sexual satisfaction and emotional intimacy, whereas avoidant attachment correlated with reduced sexual communication.
Cross-Cultural Study: "Cultural Norms and Sexual Self-Expression" – compared sexual behavior in urban and rural India. Revealed that progressive gender norms significantly increase sexual assertiveness among young women.

Selected Quotes

"Understanding personality differences is key to promoting healthier sexual behavior." – Dr. Ananya Chakrabarti
"Sexual education must go beyond biology; it must address individual motivations, preferences, and emotional intelligence." – Dr. Ananya Chakrabarti

Selected Scientific Publications

Chakrabarti, A., et al. (2023). "Personality Predictors of Sexual Satisfaction: A Cross-Cultural Study." Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 124(3), 512–531.
Chakrabarti, A. (2021). "Attachment and Sexual Communication in Romantic Relationships." International Journal of Behavioral Science, 19(2), 78–99.
Chakrabarti, A., & Mehta, S. (2019). "Risk-Taking Behaviors and Personality Traits in Emerging Adults." Sexual Behavior Research Review, 15(4), 221–245.

Professional Memberships

International Society for Sexual Health (ISSH)
Society for Personality and Social Psychology (SPSP)
Indian Association for Applied Psychology (IAAP)

Participation in International Projects

WHO "Global Adolescent Sexual Behavior & Personality Study" – Led data analysis and program recommendations (2020–2022)
UNESCO "Digital Sexual Education Programs for Youth" – Designed behaviorally-informed modules (2019–2021)
EU "Cross-Cultural Study on Relationship Dynamics and Personality" – Principal investigator (2018–2020)

Work on Educational Programs

Developed personality-informed sexual health curricula for schools and universities
Created online modules addressing sexual self-awareness, consent, and emotional intelligence
Trained educators on integrating behavioral science into sexual education

Interviews, Lectures, and Podcasts

Guest speaker on BBC World Service: "Personality and Modern Sexuality"
TEDx Talk: "The Psychology Behind Sexual Choices" (2022)
Regular contributor to "Sexual Behavior Insights" podcast

Unique Values and Experience

Dr. Chakrabarti uniquely combines personality psychology, sexual health research, and cross-cultural studies. Her work emphasizes personalized approaches to sexual education, addressing emotional, cognitive, and behavioral dimensions. Her research has directly influenced sexual education curricula in schools and digital learning platforms worldwide.