Romantic involvement can have significant effects on people's reactions to criticism, conflict, or perceived disrespect. When individuals are in a romantic relationship, they may be more sensitive to...
What relational conditions support partners' willingness to reveal previously hidden sexual preferences or insecurities?
In order for partners to feel comfortable opening up about their sexual...
Sexual difficulties are common among heterosexual couples but can be especially challenging when they occur during pregnancy or after childbirth. Shared sexual problems have been shown to strain...
The integration of sexual experiences into a couple's shared purpose and relational meaning can be challenging for many people. While it may seem like an intimate and natural part of a relationship,...
How do individuals manage the psychological weight of sexual comparison, whether implicit or explicit, within relationships?
The concept of sex has been an intrinsic part of human life since time...
How Partners Respond When Sexual Desire Becomes Entangled With Unresolved Conflicts And What Strategies Facilitate Healing
The topic of how partners respond to the entanglement of sexual desire...
After a major disruption in their relationship, such as infidelity, an illness, or a disagreement that lasts for months, couples often need to redefine what they want from each other sexually. This...
I will discuss how individuals can navigate the psychological complexities of desiring partners who hold different relational values. First, it is important to acknowledge that these differences may...
The topic of shared resilience between romantic partners is an important one, particularly when it comes to sexual connection. In this article, I will discuss what shared resilience means for couples...
When faced with relational uncertainties such as infidelity or emotional distance, how can couples maintain a healthy level of sexual optimism to keep their relationship alive? Let's explore this...