Sociosexual Orientations and Well-Being: Differences Across Gender

Background Sociosexuality explains whether people hold an (un)restricted orientation toward casual sex, and its effects on well-being are inconclusive. This study investigates how specifically the facets of sociosexuality relate to three components of well-being in men and women. Methods: Self-repor...

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Published in:International journal of sexual health 2022-04, Vol.34 (2), p.254-266
Main Authors: Blasco-Belled, Ana, Zyskowska, Emilia, Terebu, Martyna, Włodarska, Katarzyna Anna, Rogoza, Radosław
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Gender
gender differences
mental health
Sociosexuality
Well being
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Summary:Background Sociosexuality explains whether people hold an (un)restricted orientation toward casual sex, and its effects on well-being are inconclusive. This study investigates how specifically the facets of sociosexuality relate to three components of well-being in men and women. Methods: Self-report measures of sociosexuality and well-being were assessed in 556 Polish adults. Results: Multi-group confirmatory factor analysis revealed differences in sociosexual attitudes and desire across gender. Structural equation models showed significant results only for men-emotional and psychological well-being were positively predicted by sociosexual behavior and negatively predicted by desire. Conclusions: Sociosexuality predicted well-being differently across gender.
ISSN:1931-7611
1931-762X
DOI:10.1080/19317611.2021.1998284