A Primer on Porn and Relationships
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pornography / romantic relationships / sexual satisfaction
A Primer on Porn and Relationships
The ease of access to pornography via the Internet has sparked a renewed interest in the effects of porn on consumers, with much of the public debate on the topic highlighting potential harms. We see everyone from the media (1), to high-profile academics, to politicians weighing-in on the issue. One accusation that’s frequently levied against porn is that it harms romantic relationships. For example, notable social psychologist, Phillip...
/ moreKeeping the spark alive: The role of sexual communal motivation
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sexuality / couples / communal motivation / sexual satisfaction / romantic relationships
Keeping the spark alive: The role of sexual communal motivation
In new relationships, feelings of sexual desire for a partner come relatively easily. But, over time, partners’ sexual interests often change and it can be difficult for couples to keep the spark alive. In the beginning stages of relationships when partners are getting to know each other sexual desire tends to peak (Baumeister & Bratlavsky, 1999), and then often declines over time as partners become comfortable and committed in their relationship... / more