Abstract
BackgroundSexual desire or frequency problems are exceedingly common, but treatment of them has been less than effective. AimThe goal of this study was to develop a cost-effective, accessible intervention to deal with sexual desire or frequency problems, including sexual desire discrepancy, by enhancing the quality of couples’ erotic intimacy. Methods45 couples (38 heterosexual and 7 same-sex couples) distressed by sexual desire or frequency problems were seen in a 16-hour, group couples therapy intervention. Participants completed the New Sexual Satisfaction Scale (NSSS) at pretest, posttest, and at 6-month follow-up. OutcomesThe NSSS plus 3 additional items at pretest, posttest, and at 6-month follow-up and patients’ written feedback. ResultsStatistically significant differences were found between pre-tests and post-tests in satisfaction with intensity of sexual arousal; creativity; frequency; sexual functioning; partner's sexual availability; partner's initiation of sexual activity; emotional opening up during sex; positive sexual reactions to the partner; communication of sexual wishes, preferences and desires; and balance between giving and receiving during sex. The largest improvement and effect sizes were found in overall satisfaction with one's sex life from pre-test to post-test and 6-month follow-up. Clinical ImplicationsLow sexual desire or frequency problems can be treated effectively by enhancing the quality of the couple's erotic connection, thereby creating desirable sex. Strengths & LimitationsThe strengths include the combination of quantitative and qualitative data. Limitations included the small number of same-sex couples. ConclusionSexual enhancement group couples therapy provides an effective, accessible, and affordable approach to low desire or frequency complaints in distressed couples.Kleinplatz PJ, Charest M, Paradis N, et al. Treatment of Low Sexual Desire or Frequency Using a Sexual Enhancement Group Couples Therapy Approach. J Sex Med 2020;17:1288–1296.
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