Performance anxiety is a psychological phenomenon that affects many people across various domains, including academics, sports, music, public speaking, and social interactions. It can manifest itself...
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: How performance anxiety affects relational power dynamics: understanding its impact on intimacy & negotiations
Can flirting exist purely as playful communication with no intention of sexual pursuit? This question has been debated for centuries among philosophers, sociologists, psychologists, and linguists. On...
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: Flirting: the playful art of communication with no intention of sexual pursuit
Flirtation is an enjoyable way for people to connect with one another in social situations and build attraction. It can be playful and innocuous, but it can also become insidious if used to...
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: How flirtation can manipulate others: exploring its psychological factors
Narcissists are known for their grandiose sense of self-importance and need for attention. They tend to manipulate others through flattery and charm, but when it comes to sexual communication, they...
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: How narcissism distorts sexual communication: objectification and withholding information
Gift-giving is an act that has been practiced for centuries and is often associated with special occasions such as birthdays, holidays, anniversaries, weddings, and other celebrations. It involves...
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: How giftgiving impacts sexual attraction and desire: a psychological study
Sexual jealousy is an emotional reaction that can arise when someone perceives a threat to their relationship or partnership from another person's sexual behavior. It can manifest in various ways,...
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: What are the different ways that men behave when experiencing sexual jealousy?
Romantic dependency is an unhealthy psychological state where one person's emotional wellbeing depends entirely on another person, often resulting in controlling or manipulative behavior. In...
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: Sexual control behaviors in relationships: understanding and overcoming romantic dependency
Dependency is a complex concept that has far-reaching effects on many aspects of human behavior, including sexual decision-making. Dependency refers to an individual's reliance on another person for...
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: Why dependence plays a significant role in sexual decisionmaking
Dependency can lead to unrealistic expectations in a relationship when it comes to sexual intimacy.
If one person is dependent on their partner for emotional support and companionship, they may...
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: Sexual intimacy in relationships: how dependency can create unrealistic expectations and impact boundary setting
When it comes to negotiating sexual consent, many factors can influence whether someone is able to give their informed agreement to participate in sexual activity. One of these factors is dependence,...
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: Negotiating sexual consent: how dependence impacts power dynamics, coercion, fear, and social norms