Attentive to the collision of sex and power, we add momentum to the ongoing development
of the subfield of critical sexuality studies. We argue that this body of work is defined by its …

The literature on the role of attention in sexual arousal is reviewed, especially that which has
implications for noninvasive treatment of sexual dysfunction. Findings suggest that voluntary …

This study aimed to examine in a sample of college-age heterosexual couples the relations
between (a) relationship and sexual satisfaction and (b) sexual and nonsexual …

The purpose of this investigation was to develop a useful conceptual model of optimal
sexuality by identifying and describing its elements. Semi-structured interviews were …

How do people believe they can best maintain sexual satisfaction in their romantic
relationships? In the current research, we draw upon the literature on implicit theories of …

While Masters and Johnson will be remembered for creating Sensate Focus as the
foundation of sex therapy, confusion still abounds about its implementation and about the …

Provoked vestibulodynia (PVD) is a prevalent women's sexual pain disorder, which is
associated with sexual function difficulties. Attachment theory has been used to understand …

This article calls for a more thorough exploration of the concept of deviant leisure. Although
deviant leisure often relies on psychiatric discourse as a primary explanation for …

Sensate Focus in Sex Therapy: The Illustrated Manual is an illustrated manual that provides
health professionals with specific information on the use of the structured touching …

A commonly measured indicator of a romantic couple's sexual well-being and satisfaction
has been the frequency with which they engage in sexual activity, or more specifically …