Attachment Orientation Moderates the Sexual and Relational Implications of Sexual Desire Discrepancies

We examined the degree and direction of sexual desire discrepancies (SDD) between partners and how this relates to sexual function, sexual satisfaction, relationship satisfaction in 100 Saudi Arabian couples, taking into account both partners' attachment orientation. Men and women reported bett...

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Published in:Journal of sex & marital therapy 2022, Vol.48 (4), p.343-362
Main Authors: Attaky, Atia, Kok, Gerjo, Dewitte, Marieke
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Female
Humans
Libido
Male
Orgasm
Personal Satisfaction
Saudi Arabia
Sexual Behavior
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