The role of sexual mindfulness in sexual wellbeing, Relational wellbeing, and self-esteem

In this study we examine the role of sexual mindfulness in individuals' sexual satisfaction, relational satisfaction, and self-esteem. Midlife U.S. men and women (N = 194 married, heterosexual individuals; 50.7% female; 94% Caucasian, age range 35-60 years) completed an online survey. More sexu...

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Published in:Journal of sex & marital therapy 2019-08, Vol.45 (6), p.497-509
Main Authors: Leavitt, Chelom E., Lefkowitz, Eva S., Waterman, Emily A.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Body Image - psychology
Female
Heterosexuality
Heterosexuality - psychology
Humans
Male
Meditation
Middle age
Middle Aged
Mindfulness
Orgasm
Personal Satisfaction
Self Concept
Self esteem
Sexual Behavior - psychology
Sexual Partners - psychology
Sexuality
Social research
White people
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Summary:In this study we examine the role of sexual mindfulness in individuals' sexual satisfaction, relational satisfaction, and self-esteem. Midlife U.S. men and women (N = 194 married, heterosexual individuals; 50.7% female; 94% Caucasian, age range 35-60 years) completed an online survey. More sexually mindful individuals tended to have better self-esteem, be more satisfied with their relationships and, particularly for women, be more satisfied with their sex lives. Some of these associations occurred even after controlling for trait mindfulness. These findings may also allow researchers and therapists to better address an individual's sexual wellbeing, relational wellbeing, and self-esteem by teaching sexual mindfulness skills.
ISSN:0092-623X
1521-0715
1521-0715
DOI:10.1080/0092623X.2019.1572680