Experiences with Diverse Sex Toys Among German Heterosexual Adults: Findings From a National Online Survey

Studies from English-speaking countries show that sex toy use is common in various populations and often associated with sexual well-being. Empirical data on sex toy use and perceived effects in other countries is still missing. Based on the Positive Sexuality framework and the Positive Technology f...

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Published in:The Journal of sex research 2020-09, Vol.57 (7), p.885-896
Main Authors: Döring, Nicola, Poeschl, Sandra
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Condoms
Heterosexuality
Men
Polls & surveys
Sex education
Sexual behavior
Sexual health
Sexuality
Technology
Toys
Well being
Women
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Summary:Studies from English-speaking countries show that sex toy use is common in various populations and often associated with sexual well-being. Empirical data on sex toy use and perceived effects in other countries is still missing. Based on the Positive Sexuality framework and the Positive Technology framework, this study documented the prevalence of sex toy use in solo and partnered sex among heterosexual-identified women and men in Germany, as well as perceived positive and/or negative effects of sex toy use on sexual well-being. A survey was conducted with a national online sample of 1,723 heterosexual-identified adults in Germany (M age  = 42.71, SD = 13.25, 49% women, 51% men). The majority (52%) reported sex toy use in partnered sex, and 45% reported sex toy use in solo sex. Stronger positive than negative perceived effects of sex toy use were reported by women and men alike. Findings indicate that professionals in sexual health/sexuality education should consider sex toy use as a common and beneficial sexual behavior. Future studies could explore specific effects of sex toy use and their predictors in more detail.
ISSN:0022-4499
1559-8519
DOI:10.1080/00224499.2019.1578329