Early family modeling of intimacy shapes adult approaches to erotic and emotional closeness
In many ways, the development of our personal approach to romantic and sexual relationships can be...
We will explore how childhood exposure to parental intimacy shapes adult sexual communication skills. We will define what is meant by parental intimacy and how it can be observed in a family setting....
The purpose of this article is to examine how family modeling of affection and intimacy influences adult sexual expression. Family modeling refers to the ways that parents or guardians demonstrate...
In a study published in the Journal of Family Psychology, researchers found that the level of harmony within a family unit was positively correlated with the frequency and quality of sexual...
Adapting Families to Shifted Norms Around Sexual Expression
One thing that has never changed about human nature is sexual desire and attraction. But while it may be a constant force throughout...
Sexual habits can play an important role in shaping the overall emotional climate of a family. It is generally understood that when couples have regular and satisfying sex lives, they are more likely...
How Does Parental Warmth Predict Capacity For Emotional Closeness?
Researchers have been studying the relationship between parental warmth and a child's ability to form close, healthy...
Parental Communication Styles and Emotional Closeness
Parental communication styles can have significant effects on the emotional closeness of couples. Research has shown that different parenting...
Parental communication patterns are a crucial aspect of child development that affects their intimacy skills in various ways. As children grow up, they observe and learn from their parents'...
Family Communication Styles Predict Marital Intimacy Outcomes
Families are the building blocks of society. They form the foundation from which individuals grow into adulthood. As such, they play...