I will discuss how feelings of inadequacy or performance anxiety can affect the emotional climate surrounding sexual intimacy. Many people experience these feelings before, during, and after sex, and...
Feelings of inadequacy can have a profound impact on sexual initiation and responsiveness for individuals, regardless of their gender identity or sexual orientation. This effect is often...
Sexual Conflict Avoidance and Relational Consequences
Conflicts between romantic partners are normal and even necessary for healthy relationships.
Many couples often avoid confronting these...
How do individuals cope with feelings of inadequacy when comparing their sexuality to societal standards?
When it comes to sex and sexuality, there are many societal norms and expectations that...
Internal comparison is a common psychological phenomenon where individuals compare themselves to others in order to assess their own abilities, achievements, or worthiness. This process can be highly...
Sexual incompatibility can be one of the major issues that couples face. When there are differences in their sexual preferences and experiences, it can lead to misunderstandings, insecurities, and...
The question of how individuals handle their emotions about others' desires and sensuality is one that has been explored by psychology for many years. Studies have shown that when people are exposed...
Sexual avoidance is the act of intentionally choosing not to participate in any form of sexual activity despite being presented with opportunities for such activities. This behavior can be caused by...