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Emotion Regulation and Sexual Functioning in a Dyad: A Comprehensive Literature Review

Authors: Joana Viana-Sousa, Marisalva Fávero, Diana Moreira, Valéria Sousa-Gomes

Published in: Sexuality Research and Social Policy | Issue 4/2023

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Abstract

Introduction

The romantic relationship in a dyad is largely characterized by its interdependent factors. The literature indicates that couples conduct the process of emotion regulation together and that emotional regulation difficulties jeopardize the romantic relationship. Nevertheless, sexual functioning influences the marital satisfaction and relational ties of a romantic partnership. This work carried out in 2022, aims to describe the concepts of emotion regulation, emotional regulation difficulties, and sexual functioning to understand the relationship between these variables.

Methods

The analysis was conducted according to a dyadic perspective, not merely an individual one, to better explore this subject in romantic relationships. A comprehensive literature review search was conducted of the international databases.

Results

After an extensive literature review, we found 99 peer-reviewed articles, among classic and current studies (since 2000, but with a higher incidence from 2015), that met the objectives of this review. These studies helped us to compose the body of literature that we divided into four blocks, namely, Emotion Regulation; Sexual Functioning; Sexual Functioning and Human Sexual Response; and Sexual Functioning and Satisfaction.

Conclusions

Sexual relationship between romantic partners is influenced by contextual and emotional factors, and it is important to consider that sexual functioning in the dyad impacts the relational ties of the couple.

Policy Implications

It is hoped that this review can encourage further research on the variables under analysis and more informed clinical practice, thus positively impacting the romantic relationships of dyads.

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Title: Emotion Regulation and Sexual Functioning in a Dyad: A Comprehensive Literature Review
Authors: Joana Viana-Sousa
Marisalva Fávero
Diana Moreira
Valéria Sousa-Gomes
Publication date: 16-05-2023
Publisher: Springer US
Published in: Sexuality Research and Social Policy / Issue 4/2023
Print ISSN: 1868-9884
Electronic ISSN: 1553-6610
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s13178-023-00820-4

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