Exploring the role of sexual experiences in on‐again/off‐again dating relationships
2020; Wiley; Volume: 27; Issue: 2 Linguagem: Inglês
10.1111/pere.12323
ISSN1475-6811
AutoresRené M. Dailey, Zhengyu Zhang, Kyle Kearns,
Tópico(s)Marriage and Sexual Relationships
ResumoAbstract As an important dimension of romantic relationships, sexual activity has received little attention in research on on‐again/off‐again (on–off) relationships. Study 1 assessed the prevalence and perceptions of sexual experiences in on–off relationships as compared to non‐cyclical relationships (those without a history of breakups and renewals); furthermore, current and post‐dissolution (PD) relationships were assessed. Findings showed that on–off partners were four times more likely to engage in sex after breakups than non‐cyclical partners (55 vs. 13%). Results also suggested that on–off partners' perceptions of PD sexual experiences were more satisfying, more compatible, and less stressful than were non‐cyclical partners'. Using longitudinal data, Study 2 showed that PD sex was linked with reconciling the relationship. Conclusions from these findings and future directions are discussed.
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