Sexual anticipation or excitement refers to the buildup of physical and emotional sensations that occur before and during intimate encounters. It can manifest itself through increased heart rate,...
The topic of how sexual behavior affects emotional interdependence is an intriguing one that has been studied extensively in psychology. Interpersonal psychologist John Gottman found that couples who...
Sexual attraction is a powerful force that can play a significant role in shaping the course of romantic relationships. When people are sexually attracted to each other, they may feel drawn together...
Sexual attraction is a powerful force that can influence many aspects of human behavior, including favoritism, bias, and trust. There are several psychological mechanisms underlying this phenomenon....
I will explain how sexual desire can alter the emotional significance of commonplace activities, such as sharing breakfast together, taking walks, watching TV shows, or even just sitting side by...
How does anticipation of danger affect prioritization of sexual versus emotional intimacy?
Imagine a scenario where you are going to meet someone for the first time. You're excited about it...
Trauma-induced hypervigilance is an emotional state where individuals become highly sensitive to threats and danger signals around them. This heightened sense of alertness can have severe effects on...
Sexual desire is influenced by several factors, including stress levels. Acute stress refers to a short-term reaction to a stimulus that lasts for minutes or hours, while chronic stress refers to...
Life-threatening experiences can have a profound impact on both physical and mental health. Surviving such events often creates a sense of urgency that leads people to reevaluate their priorities and...
Perceived sensuality refers to an individual's subjective experience of being attractive or desirable during performance. It involves how one feels when performing acts that can be considered sensual...