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HOW PEOPLE WITH DYSFUNCTION CAN COPE WITH FEELINGS OF SHAME AND GUILT (AND WHY IT MATTERS)

The following article will explore how individuals with dysfunction manage their feelings of shame and guilt. We will discuss the different ways that people may cope with these emotions and the...

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TRAUMA BONDING: A DANGEROUS CYCLE OF ATTACHMENT IN RELATIONSHIPS

Traumatic experiences can affect how individuals form attachments to others. In particular, people who have experienced trauma may be more likely to seek out partners who are unavailable or...

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DOUBLE LIVES: THE IMPACT OF REPRESSIVE ENVIRONMENTS ON SEXUALITY

How do repressive environments lead to double lives in sexuality?
Repressive environments can be defined as those where there are social norms that limit individuals' ability to express themselves...

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HOW REPRESSED CHILDHOOD TRAUMAS CAN AFFECT ADULT SEXUAL FANTASIES

I will discuss how repressed childhood traumas can affect sexual fantasies in adulthood. Repressed memories, fears, anxieties, and emotions from early life can manifest themselves in adults' sexual...

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THE EMOTIONAL CONSEQUENCES OF KEEPING SEXUAL SECRETS: HOW IT HARMS RELATIONSHIPS

How does secrecy in sexual needs harm relationships?
Let's define what secrecy is in this context. Secrecy means hiding one's true sexual needs from their partner for fear of judgment, rejection,...

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CAN WE REALLY ESCAPE SHAME AND GUILT WHEN IT COMES TO SEXUAL FANTASIES?

Shame is an emotional response to perceived or actual shortcomings, mistakes, or missteps that can lead to feelings of embarrassment, humiliation, or regret. It typically involves a negative...

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HOW TO OVERCOME EMOTIONAL BARRIERS TO DISCUSSING YOUR DEEPEST SEXUAL DESIRES WITH A PARTNER

When it comes to discussing one's deepest desires in bed with a partner, there are often barriers that prevent this from happening. These can include feelings of shame and guilt surrounding certain...

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ACCEPTING YOUR SEXUAL ORIENTATION: HOW SELFACCEPTANCE IMPACTS SEXUAL EXPERIENCES AND BEHAVIORS

The concept of accepting one's own sexual orientation is an important part of human development. It can have significant effects on how people explore their sexuality and participate in sexual...

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ONLINE SEXUAL EXPERIMENTATION: ITS EFFECTS ON PSYCHOLOGICAL WELLBEING

Online sexual experimentation refers to exploring one's sexual desires and fantasies through digital means such as chatting, text messaging, sexting, video calls, and webcams. This trend has become...

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HABITUAL SECRETS PREVENT AUTHENTIC EXPRESSION IN SEXUAL RELATIONSHIPS

Habitual secrets can prevent individuals from exploring their true desires and impulses within sexual relationships, which may lead to a decrease in satisfaction and authentic connection. In order...

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