Partnering and Sexual Preferences
Partnering involves mutual consent to share time, resources, attention, and affection. Sexual preferences describe one's desire for specific forms of sexual...
Couples who want to continue experiencing mutually satisfying sex lives must be willing to make compromises that allow each partner's needs to be met, despite changes in their circumstances. Major...
Psychological Frameworks for Long-Term Sexual Thriving
Sexual desire is an essential component of romantic relationships and often determines whether or not they will survive.
It can be...
When people enter into committed romantic relationships, they may have certain expectations about their partner's sexual identity, orientation, or desire that are based on initial attraction and/or...
Sexual exploration is an essential part of human experience. It involves experimentation, learning, and discovery of new sensations, desires, and behaviors. Sexual exploration can enrich...
Differences in levels of sexual curiosity can be challenging to navigate within a romantic relationship. One person may have an extremely high sex drive, while another may feel less interested in...
The ability to maintain sexual interest is an important aspect of a healthy romantic relationship. Partners can develop patterns of growth, change, and evolving self-identity that influence their...
Collective living arrangements are becoming increasingly popular among people who desire greater freedom, flexibility, and autonomy. From cohousing communities to shared housing and roommate...
As humans, we all have unique preferences when it comes to sexual activities. Some people enjoy light touching while others may like rough play, some people might want to engage in kinky roleplay...
How do couples maintain sexual connection during periods of personal identity change?
Personal identity changes can be challenging for anyone to navigate, but they can have particularly...