Determinants Of Sexual Satisfaction Research Articles

Determinants of sexual satisfaction among Bosnian and Herzegovinian women

Introduction: Sexual satisfaction is the pleasure an individual feels both physically and psychologically, and is the result of erotic experiences, thoughts, dreams, and autoeroticism. Purpose: The purpose of the study is to present the determinants of sexual satisfaction among Bosnian and Herzegovinian women. Methods: The survey was conducted on 387 Bosnian and Herzegovinian women via online questionnaire that consisted of demographic data and 17 statements. The validated questionnaire was used with some adaptations and contained a 5-point Likert scale for each statement, ranging from “not at all satisfied” to “extremely satisfied.” The inclusion criteria were: (a) Age 18–60 years; and (b) completion of the questionnaire as personal consent. Data were analyzed using SPSS 26.0 statistical software. Results: Data collection was conducted from July 2020 to September 2020. The realization rate of the sample was 24.19%. Most of the participants have a high school diploma, most are between 18 and 24 years old and most are currently married. Thirty-five percent of women sometimes experience pain during intercourse (less than half the time). The lower half of the vagina (from the vaginal entrance to the half of the vagina) and the lower part of the abdomen are usually most affected. A relationship was found between the number of children and sexual satisfaction. Women without children were the most satisfied with their sexual life, followed by women who had only one or two children. Conclusions: Every woman has the right to feel sexual satisfaction. The complexity of sexual satisfaction is reflected in many determinants and factors that can influence it positively and negatively.

Sexual satisfaction among italian university students

This paper examines the determinants of sexual satisfaction among Italian young men and women at the beginning of their adulthood, taking into account the different stages of sentimental and sexual transitions. We based the analyses on the data collected in 2017 by the SELFY Survey on a sample of 7842 university students in Italy. Results of the logistic regression models highlight that, above all, sexual satisfaction is positively associated with the frequency of intercourse within a stable and exclusive relationship. Furthermore, results highlight the essential role of all transitions, sexual and sentimental, in enhancing sexual satisfaction, both in a positive and negative direction. Religion has a positive effect too, but only among students who have not yet had intercourse, expressing a protective effect of the adherence to beliefs. Significant differences between young men and women emerged mainly concerning performance, other conditions being equal.

Exploring Determinants of Sexual Satisfaction in a Chilean Representative Sample

This article examines the relationship between sexual satisfaction and gender, age, social status, being in stable relationships, intercourse frequency, and satisfaction with physical attractiveness (physical appearance and sex appeal). A self-report questionnaire was applied in a representative sample of 767 residents of Santiago (Chile), over 18 years old and that have had, at least, one sexual relation (with penetration) during their lives. Higher sexual satisfaction was predicted negatively by age and positively by higher satisfaction with sex appeal, higher intercourse frequency and having a stable relationship. Among women, the principal predictors are satisfaction with sex appeal and intercourse frequency. Among men to the above, it is necessary to add satisfaction with physical appearance and having a stable relationship – at odds with supposed higher relevance for women of body satisfaction and sensibility to social relationships. Discussion emphasizes the controversial nature of the gender differences found regarding the Latin American culture.

Are older adults satisfied with their sexuality? Outcomes from a cross-cultural study

ABSTRACTThe present study intends to analyze older adult perspectives on what determines sexual satisfaction in old age. Four hundred and twenty-one non-institutionalized older parti- 10 cipants from three different nationalities aged 65 to 97 years were interviewed. All narratives were submitted to content analysis. This study’s outcome originated five themes: positive communication (k =.94, p <.01); supportive partner (k =.82, p <.01); feeling attractive (k = 81, p <.01); good sexual activity (k =.97, p <.01); and eroticism (k =.98, p <.01). 15 This study highlighted different determinants of sexual satisfaction in old age and emphasized the importance of positive communication and a supportive partner for older adults.

Determinants of sexual satisfaction: a review

Ovim pregledom su obuhvaćene definicije i teorijski pogledi na konstrukt seksualnog zadovoljstva. U radu su prikazani i neki relativno noviji modeli seksualnog zadovoljstva: model Carpenterove i sur. (2009), koji razlikuje osobne, relacijske i kulturalne utjecaje na seksualno zadovoljstvo i ekološki model seksualnog zadovoljstva (Henderson, Lehavot i Simoni, 2009), koji različite odrednice seksualnog zadovoljstva smješta u okvir Bronfenbrennerove ekološke teorije. Polazeći od prethodno navedenih modela, prikazani su rezultati dosadašnjih istraživanja sljedećih odrednica seksualnog zadovoljstva: 1. odrednice osobne razine ili mikrosustava (socio-demografske karakteristike, seksualne disfunkcije, osobine ličnosti, stavovi o seksualnosti i subjektivna dobrobit), 2. odrednice interpersonalne razine ili mezosustava (karakteristike same veze, romantična ljubav, seksualno samootkrivanje i drugi aspekti seksualnosti), 3. odrednice egzosustava (socijalna potpora, trudnoća, roditeljstvo, viktimizacija i obiteljske interakcije u djetinjstvu) te 4. odrednice makrosustava (religioznost i politička ideologija). U završnom dijelu su prikazani zaključci i smjernice za buduća istraživanja u tri područja: 1. mjerni instrumenti, 2. ciljevi i problemi budućih istraživanja s obzirom na aktualne modele te 3. individualni vs. dijadni pristup. Ključne riječi: seksualno zadovoljstvo, pregled istraživanja, odrednice seksualnog zadovoljstva

Some Determinants of Sexual Satisfaction Among Postmenopausal Women in Shiraz City, Iran: A Cross-Sectional Study

Some Determinants of Sexual Satisfaction Among Postmenopausal Women in Shiraz City, Iran: A Cross-Sectional Study

Does Marriage Really Improve Sexual Satisfaction? Evidence from the Pairfam Dataset

In light of the growing unmarried demographic, this study analyzed the extent and determinants of sexual satisfaction among seven relationship-status groups: married, never married, and those who are divorced/separated, where the latter two groups are further divided into single, living apart together (LAT), and cohabiting. In addition, the study measured the levels of sexual self-esteem, sexual communication, and sex frequency for the different relationship-status groups as predictors of sexual satisfaction. Finally, this study also analyzed sexual satisfaction while accounting for overall life satisfaction. Using the ninth wave of the Pairfam data set and analyzing the responses of 3,207 respondents in total, this study suggests that marriage is not a determinant for sexual satisfaction. In fact, it can even be a negative correlate when married respondents are compared to certain unmarried groups. The only exception is that of unmarried individuals who currently have no partner. Even this situation is shown to be dependent only on less frequent intercourse, not on a lack of sexual self-esteem and sexual communication. These conclusions challenge previous research as well as the explanations of earlier scholars. Several directions for future research are discussed in light of these findings.

Psycho-social determinants of sexual satisfaction in young, middle and late adulthood

Abstract Numerous studies demonstrate that, regardless of the adulthood stage, sexual satisfaction is crucial to the general opinion on life quality. The models of sexual satisfaction presented in the subject literature display underlying differences in its determinants between men and women; little, however, is said about potential variations, which can occur at different stages in an adult’s life. The results presented in our article are extensively researched fragments regarding the psycho-social determinants of sexual satisfaction, conducted on 90 women and 77 men, aged 21−72. Our study attempted to determine the extent to which age affects: The sexual satisfaction level in women and men, The relationship between psycho-physical attractiveness, close relationship satisfaction, and intensification of sexual practices; with the level of sexual satisfaction for both women and men. The assessment was based on original questionnaires as well as on the Intimacy, Passion and Commitment Questionnaires by Acker and Davis. Neither age nor gender influenced the sexual satisfaction level. However, they both affected the relationship between sexual satisfaction and psychosocial variables.

Determinants of Sexual Satisfaction in a Sample of German Women

The literature provides little information about the meaning of sexual satisfaction in women despite debates on new concepts of female sexual experience and on modifications in the classification systems of female sexual dysfunction. Often, not even a differentiation is made between satisfaction with one's sex life or sexual relationship in general and sexual satisfaction related to a specific sexual activity. To differentiate between satisfaction with sex life in general and sexual satisfaction from sexual intercourse, petting, or masturbation. To gain a deeper understanding of the meaning and experience of sexual satisfaction derived from these specific sexual activities. A self-administered questionnaire was completed by 102 German women of different age groups (median age group: 31-35) and education levels. A multidimensional questionnaire addressing the subjective feelings that constitute sexual satisfaction in women. The analysis of sexual satisfaction from sexual intercourse yielded two dimensions: (i) feeling close to one's partner; and (ii) positive bodily and emotional experiences. Regarding satisfaction with one's sex life in general, 70% of the variance could be explained by sexual satisfaction through sexual intercourse and frequency of sexual intercourse. Sexual satisfaction and orgasm frequency proved to be interdependent but not identical. As a contribution to a better understanding of the complex nature of female sexual satisfaction, our results indicate that sexual intercourse is a far more important activity and source of satisfaction in female sexual life than petting or masturbation.

T09-O-04 Determinant factors of female sexual satisfaction

Introduction There is a growing debate about the predictors of sexual satisfaction. Various scales have been developed to measure sexual satisfaction despite the difficulty in the operationalisation of the concept. Nevertheless, we recognize how much we have imposed male-oriented criteria of sexual pleasure onto women. But there are some gender differences to consider and we realize how little we understand about the determinants of sexual satisfaction in women. Objectives We present an on-line survey on female sexual function and the determinant factors of female sexual satisfaction. Our major purpose is to identify and analyse the meaningful factors for female sexual satisfaction in the perspective of women themselves. This is a descriptive correlation study. Methodology The study was conducted in 3 phases: (a) construction of the website and database; (b) conducting a pilot testing in order to check the functioning of the website and database, and questionnaire structure; (c) sampling and data collection. Voluntary participants over the age of 18 completed an on-line questionnaire concerning demographic data, sexual functioning and determinant factors of sexual satisfaction. We used a snow ball method for recruiting participants by e-mail. Data collection was conducted over a four month period. The final sample was 2400 Portuguese women. Results Factor analyses reveal the interpersonal factors as the most important determinant of sexual satisfaction for this women sample. The second factor appears to be related with physical functioning variables. The most important determinants of sexual satisfaction were (a) to feel desired for the partner, (b) to received attention of the partner, (c) to be able to satisfy the partner. Less significant were physical/sexual factors as (d) to feel sexual desire, (e) to have physical pleasure, (f) to feel physical excitement. Other factors were related to psychosocial variables and sexual fantasies. Orgasm consistency does not appear to be a significant factor to female sexual satisfaction. Discussion This study may contribute to a better understanding of female sexual functioning. Understanding the determinant factors of female sexual satisfaction is an important achievement to the discussion of diagnostic criteria of women sexual dysfunctions, as well as to improve clinical intervention. This study may also contribute to the operationalisation of the concept of sexual satisfaction in order to improve instrument measures.

Low sexual desire in midlife and older women: personality factors, psychosocial development, present sexuality

Recent population-based surveys indicate that the prevalence of sexual dysfunction, particularly low sexual desire and arousal disorders, is increasing with age. However, there seems to be greater variability of the sexual experience and functioning in midlife and older women, suggesting a higher dependence on basic conditions like general well-being, physical and mental health, quality of relationship, and life situation. A series of studies was conducted in the authors' Female Sexual Dysfunction research group to assess differences in (1) determinants of sexual satisfaction, (2) personality factors, and (3) present sexuality between younger and older women in both patient and nonpatient populations. The results of these studies highlight that in comparison with functional women, patients with hypoactive sexual desire are generally characterized by a vulnerable self-system with several rather inadequate self-regulatory mechanisms. The results of the brief sexual function questionnaire indicate that the present sexuality of women seeking professional help for low sexual desire is significantly different from the sexuality of a control group of nonpatients. These between-group effects proved to be far more important than any age effects within both groups and showed that all domains of sexuality were negatively affected and overshadowed by the sexual dysfunction. These results are supportive of the growing evidence against a simple model of midlife sexuality that depicts women as victims of their bodily and hormonal changes. Instead, life stressors, contextual factors, past sexuality, and mental health problems are more significant predictors of midlife women's sexual interest than menopause status itself. Evaluation and treatment approaches require consideration of the full range of contextual factors, including relationship quality, personality factors, past experience, and mental and physical health.