Psychologists often discuss how people compare themselves to others, but they rarely mention the effects of comparing oneself to idealized societal standards of sex, sexuality, and love. This article...
Neurosis is a psychological disorder characterized by intense fear and worry that leads to unreasonable reactions to situations. Individuals who are neurotic often have negative thoughts about...
Anticipatory anxiety refers to feelings of fear or unease that individuals experience prior to participating in an upcoming activity or event. When it comes to sexual encounters, this type of anxiety...
Sexual education is essential to equip individuals with knowledge and skills necessary for making informed decisions about their sexual health and wellbeing. It helps them understand their own...
Comparing yourself to others can hurt your sexual confidence
Sexual self-esteem is an important part of human health and wellbeing that often goes overlooked. It can affect our mood, emotions,...
Neuroticism is a personality trait characterized by negative affectivity, which refers to feelings such as anxiety, depression, worry, anger, frustration, jealousy, guilt, envy, insecurity,...
Parental affection plays an essential role in shaping how children view themselves and their relationships with others. According to several studies, early experiences of parental love can influence...
The influence of pornography is often discussed in terms of its potential negative impacts on society.
There is a less-discussed area where this impact can be particularly significant – how...
I will discuss how early parental conflicts can shape adult sexual anxiety.
Let's define sexual anxiety as a form of fear or apprehension that prevents someone from experiencing pleasure during...
What are Sexual Fears?
Sexual fears are anxieties related to sexual experiences that can negatively impact a person's ability to perform during sexual encounters. These fears can be caused by...