Psych 471 Final

Question 1

What are the six social trends affecting the traditional view of marriage?

Answer 1

1. Increased acceptance of singlehood
2. Increased acceptance of cohabitation
3. Increased fagility of marriage
4. Transitions in gender roles
5. Increased voluntary childlessness
6. Decline of traditional nuclear family

Question 2

In regards to the social trends affecting the traditional view of marriage, describe the increased acceptance of singlehood.

Answer 2

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Question 3

In regards to the social trends affecting the traditional view of marriage, describe the increased acceptance of cohabitiation.

Answer 3

Cohabitation means living together in a sexual, intimate relationship without the legal bonds of marriage.

Negative attitudes toward cohabitation have declined

Married couples are now the minority (49.7% of households are married)

Cohabitating couples increasingly include children

Question 4

In regards to the social trends affecting the traditional view of marriage, describe the increasing fragility of marriage

Answer 4

There is a disagreement and controversy over the accuracy of divorce rates.

The divorce rate more than doubled between 1965 and 1979

66% of divorce rates are initiated by women

Question 5

Describe ethnicity divorces

Answer 5

The divorce rate for African Americans is ~2% higher

Asian-Americans divorce rate is MUCH lower

Question 6

In regards to the social trends affecting the traditional view of marriage, describe the transition in gender roles.

Answer 6

Role expectations for husbands and wives are becoming more varied, flexible, and ambiguous

500% increase in employment of mothers of small children

(1950- 12% of mothers with children

200-60% of mothers with children)

2006: Women earned earned 51% of all PhDs (compared to 39% of women in 1995 and 22% in 1975)

Question 7

In regards to the social trends affecting the traditional view of marriage, describe the increased voluntary childlessness

And discuss the reasons that married couples want to be childless.

Answer 7

The percent of women without kids has risen in all age groups

The percent of childfree couples has DOUBLED since 1980

An increasing # of married couples who choose to not have children reasons: focus on career rather than family, desire independence, concerns about overpopulation.)

Question 8

In regards to the social trends affecting the traditional view of marriage, describe the decline of the traditional nuclear family.

Answer 8

Less than 10% of American families fit the traditional

breadwinner husband+homemaker wife= ~2 Kids

The nuclear family has never existed for minority families and low SES families.

Question 9

When deciding to marry, what are American women socialized to do?

How many Americans marry at least once?

Answer 9

American women are socialized to believe that their lives are not complete until they get married.

90% of Americans marry at least once

Question 10

In regards to predictors of marital success, describe measuring

Answer 10

It is difficult to measure, many unhappy couples who do not get divorced.

There are no fool proof predictors of marital success

Length of time does not = success in relationship

Question 11

In regards to predictors of marital success, descibe family background and age

Answer 11

In family background, intergenerational “divorce cycle”; people from dysfunctional families have negative relationship templates

Parental hostility level predicts marital hostility level of off spring

Age- As people marry older, divorce rates may decline

Question 12

In regards to predictors of marital success, descibe length of courtship and personality.

Answer 12

Length of Courtship-

Waiting longer leads to greater chance of marital success

People who are cautious about marriage have attitudes and values that promote marital stability

Personality-

Surprisingly, personality similarity is NOT predictive of marital success.

Traits that are bad for marriage= perfectionism and insecurity

Question 13

**In regards to predictors of marital success, descibe premarital communication**

Answer 13

Marital distress and divorce are more likely if courtship has: negativity, sarcasm, insults, and lack of support

Positive communication elements:

Relationships with self disclosure and acceptance are the most successful-being understood and validated is strongly related to marital satisfaction.

Forgiveness is also related to marital satisfaction

Playfulness and positive emotion in mundane, everyday interactions.

Question 14

In regards to predictors of marital success, describe stress.

Answer 14

Stressful situations surrounding a marriage increase conflict and distress and decrease stability.

Stressors include: financial issues, infidelity, distance, losing a job

Question 15

In regards to adjusting to children discuss:

Marital satisfaction

Do people change their mind

Voluntary childless women

Answer 15

Marital satisfaction is highest in marriage before the arrival of the first child.

~25% change their mind

Voluntary childless women have higher income and more work experience.

Question 16

What are reasons that couples have children?

Answer 16

Responsibilites to procreate

Joy of watching children mature

Sense of purpose

Satisfaction

Don’t want to be lonely when old

Question 17

In regards to adjusting to children discuss:

How many mothers experience Postpartum Depression

Transition to parenthood

Answer 17

Postpartum Depression:

10-13% of new mothers experience post partum depression

Risk Factors= Family histroy of depression, high stress, and marital dissatisfaction

Transition to Parenthood:

Is more difficult whewn father does not meet mother’s childcare expectations

Fathers with nontraditional gender ideologies are more proactive with childrearing and have better relationships

Question 18

In regards to adjusting to children, what is it associated with?

Answer 18

Having children is associated with lower marital satisfaction

Mothers of infants are the least satisfied

Negative relationship between # of children and marital satisfaction

Having children is associated with higher rates of stress and depression and a lower experience of positive emotionss

Question 19

In regards to childrearing, discuss the “little adult myth” and when interacting with children what to do.

Answer 19

More productive to think of yourself as a wild animal trainer

You cannot reason with a small child. Reason and logic go out the window.

Techniques derived from Behaviorism are very effective with children-Contingency Managements (Reinforcing positive behaviors and ignoring/redirecting behavior)

When interacting with children…

Use active listening

Empower with a “feeling vocabulary”

Avoid negative reactions such as yelling, name-calling, sarcasn, pleasing, and guilt.

Question 20

In regards to childrearing:

What does research show

What are better childrearing

What do children want more than anything.

Answer 20

Research consistently shows that physical discipline is always a BAD idea

Much better childrearing skills:

Reinforcing positive behaviors

Ignoring or redirecting negative behaviors

Empirically supported methods such as 1-2-3

More than anything children want:

Attention

If they don’t get it in positive ways, then they will seek it by misbehaving. (Children communicate via “bad” behavior; Children can manipulate parents and control households)

Question 21

What are the five parenting tips?

Answer 21

1. Let expectations be known
2. Communicate the consequences of noncompliance
3. Give a warning before disciplining
4. Follow through
5. *Be confident*

Question 22

In regards to parenting tips, discuss:

Follow through and Consistency

Answer 22

Followthrough-children must understand that adults mean business

Consistency is important, because inconsistency makes discipline seem random. random discipline leads to random behavior.

Parental responses must be predictive

The importance of structure and repetition

Question 23

In regards to adolescent children and elder care discuss:

What stage is most difficult as rated by parents

And discuss, middle aged couples.

Answer 23

Parents overwhelmingly rate adolescents as the most difficult stage of parenting. (Problematic parent-teen relationships are the exception rather than the rule)

Middle aged couples sometimes care for aging parents as well. (“sandwich generation”

33% of women aged 55-69 care for children and parents simultaneously

Caring for an aging parent is associated with increased psychological distress

Middle aged women have the highest stress levels of any demographic.

Question 24

Discuss the importance of communication

Answer 24

Effective communication is the #1 ingredient in a healthy marriage

Most frequently cited problem and is the #1 cause of divorce

Importance of feeling safe to discuss conflict, and the importance of how conflict is handled

Unhappy couples get stuck in escalating cycles of conflict. Happy couples break the cycle.

The importance of momentum.

Question 25

Discuss Unhappy Marriages

Answer 25

**Unhappily married couples:** Have difficulty conveying positive messages Misunderstood Are less likely to recognize misunderstandings Use more frequent and more intense negative messages Differ in the amount of self-disclosure they prefer

Question 26

Discuss the four Horsemen of the Apocalypse

Answer 26

**1. Contempt** Communicating that one's spuse is inferior **2. Criticism** Negative evaluations of one's partner; "You" statements **3. Defensiveness** Responding by invalidating, refuting, or denying the partner's statements **4. Stonewalling** Refusing to listen to one's partner

Question 27

In regards to divorce, discuss when divorce is likely and divorce rates. And, what are the stigmas of older and newer attitudes?

Answer 27

Divorce rates have recently gone down slightly because of the economy. Most people underestimate their likelihood of experiencing divorce Most divorces occur during the first decade of their marriage Older attitudes: suffer in silence Newer attitudes: the importance of individual fulfillment

Question 28

When deciding on divorce, what are the pros and cons?

Answer 28

Divorce is a process rather than a discrete event **Pros** Higher rates of autonomy , self awareness, personal growth, and job success. The importance of a social suppport network Unhappily married people have lower life satisfaction and lower self esteem **Cons** Expense, stress, higher incidence of physical and psychological health problems, lower happiness.

Question 29

When adjusting to divorce, who is it more disruptive towards? Who assumes the childrearing responsibilities/? And, preoccupation with an ex-spouse is associated with what?

Answer 29

Divorce is more difficult and disruptive for women, especially financially. Men also experience a decline in standard of living. Women are more likely to assume childrearing responsibilities, whereas men are more likely to reduce their contact with children Effect of divorce on well-being is similar for both sexes. High preocccupation with an ex-spouse is associated with poorer adjustment. (this is referring to the person that was dumped)

Question 30

What are some factors predicting favorable post-divorce adjustment?

Answer 30

Higher income Remarriage Positive attitudes about the divorce Being the initiator (thye will have control) Forgiveness of the ex-spouse Supportive social relationships

Question 31

How many children are affected by divorce? Is divorce traumatic for children? What are some potential outcomes?

Answer 31

30-40% of US children will experience divorce by the age 16 ~20-35% of the above children will experience significant mental health and life problems Maladjustment, marital instability, reduced occupational attainments Divorce can be traumatic for children, but a substantial majority adjust reasonably well Potential positive outcomes: Enhanced personal growth, life management skills, realistic expectations, enhanced empathy Divorce is positive especially if parents' relationship was dominated by conflict

Question 32

What is the best thing that divorced parents can give their children?

Answer 32

The best thing that divorced parents can give their children is civilty between one another. Parents continued interaction at major life events (graduation, birthdays, weddings, etc) Conflict between parents, rather than divorce, is the major risk factor to children

Question 33

When are the effects the most profound? Which is worse short (preschoolers or older kids?) or long (preschoolers or older kids?) term consequences?

Answer 33

Effects are most profound 1 year after the divorce Aggressiveness, noncompliance, acting out behaviors, disrupted relationships, academic difficulties Short term consequences are worse for preschoolers Long term consequences are worse for older children

Question 34

What are the sex differences of effects of divorce on children?

Answer 34

No overall difference by sex in terms of adjustment BOYS show greater distress initially, whereas GIRLS develop problems in adolescence

Question 35

What are the effects of divorce on girls?

Answer 35

Increased noncompliance Conflict with mother Antisocial behaviors Decreased self esteem Sexual difficulties (increased or decreased)

Question 36

What type of relationship do most homosexual men and almost all homesexual women prefer? About what % are always in a committed relationship? Which are sexually exclusive and about what % of gay relationships are "open"?

Answer 36

Long Term ~40-60% of gay men ~45-80% of lesbians are in a committed relationship Lesbian relationships ar usually sexually exclusive ~50% of gay relationships are "open"

Question 37

In regards to sexual minority couples, who continue to be the victims of homophobia? And, how? What happens to them in states where gay marriage is illegal?

Answer 37

Gay and Lesbian Employment and housing discrimination Verbal and physical abuse Hate crimes In states where gay marriage is illegal, sexual minorities: Can not file joint taxes Cannot obtain employer-provided health insurance and retirement plans

Question 38

What has research found in regards to sexual minority couples?

Answer 38

No adverse effects on divorce rates, abortion rates, or rate of single parenthood as a result of allowing gay marriage Close relationships fx in similar ways regardless of sexual orientation (All relationships feature similar factors that predict satisfaction, sources of conflict, and patterns of conflict resolution) Gay couples' relationships are somewhat briefer and more prone to breakups (less likely due to stress imposed by societal discrimination)

Question 39

About how many same sex couples are rearing children? What has research shown in difference between effects of homo and hetero sexual parenting? What about children of gay parents? What is the most important thing about parent-child interactions?

Answer 39

33% of female and 22% of male same sex couples are rearing children (20-30% of homo couples have been married hetero before) NO difference between the effects of homo and hetero parenting. Children of gay parents are no more likely than others to be gay The QUALITY of parent-child interactions is much more important to a child's development

Question 40

What is the dif between sex and gender?

Answer 40

**Sex:** Biological- Male, Female, Intersexed **Gender:** Psychological and subjective Gender is a continuum-not an either/or Someone who is biologically male may be psychologically feel female and vice versa

Question 41

What is the sexual continuum 0-6?

Answer 41

0. Exclusively heterosexual 1. Predominantly heterosexual only incidentally homosexual 2. Predominantly heterosexual more than incidentally homosexual 3. Equally hetero and homo 4. Predominantly homo more than incidentally hetero 5. Predominantly homo only incidentally hetero 6. Exclusively homo

Question 42

What does socialization mean? What does gender roles mean?

Answer 42

Socialization-The acquisition of the norms and roles expected of people in a society (if you don't watch the super bowl and know the score- youare considered strange) Gender Roles- Traditional cultural expectations about what is appropriate behavior for each gender

Question 43

Explain the Social Role Theory

Answer 43

Minor gender dif are exaggerated by the dif social roles of males and females. (women are socially assigned the roles of caregiver, so they learn to behave in nurturing ways-males and females can be equally nurturing) Gender differences occur (and seem larger than they actually are) because males and females are guided by different role expectations

Question 44

In regards to changing gender roles, describe division of labor, physical strength, and do gender roles make sense.

Answer 44

Gender roles have traditionally involved a division of labor based on physical strength Few jobs require physical strength anymore Traditional gender roles no longer make economic sense.

Question 45

Define social constructionism

Answer 45

Individuals construct their own reality based on societal expectations, conditioning, and socialization Applied to gender: our beliefs about gender are rooted in the "gendered" messages that permeate socialization experiences

Question 46

Define cultural narratives

Answer 46

Messages suffused into our minds through culture and the media Common cultural narratives about gender: disney princesses, old spice commercials, Axe, Dr Pepper 10

Question 47

How do cultural narratives influence behavior? Boys and girls are devalued more for what? Do boys or girls experience more lonliness and distress and are more likely to be bullied

Answer 47

Parents, teachers, peers, and others often reinforce "gender appropriate" behavior Ex boys being reinforced not to cry Parents are much less tolerant of gender inappropriate behavior, especially in sons Both boys and girls are critical of peers who violate traditional gender norms. Boys are devalued more for dressing like a girl in ways reminiscent of the other gender Girls are devalued for playing like boys "Gender atypical" BOYS

Question 48

How many hours of tv does the average household watch per day? About what % of children have a tv in their room?

Answer 48

~8 hours 35% of kisd are raised in homes in which the tv is on "always" or "most of the time" (these kids have a lower reading level) 66% of kids have a tv in their room, these kids are less likely to engage in healthy behaviors

Question 49

On TV, females appear less often, and are less likely to... On cartoons...

Answer 49

females are: be employed (especially in prestigious occupations) be older appear in the lead role On cartoons: male characters are more likely to engage in aggression female characters are more likely to show fear and act supportive

Question 50

What are even more gender stereotyped than TV programs What are women frequently show worrying about... Men typically appear as...

Answer 50

Commercials are even more gender stereotyped than tv programs Women are shown worrying about trivial matters such as laundry and cleaning products Men typically appear as bold outdoorsmen or energetic sports fans

Question 51

In regards to the objectification of women discuss: what the vast majority look like on tv what the overweight female characters are subjective to

Answer 51

The vast majority of females on tv are young, attractive, and sexy Overweight female characters are much more likely to receive negative somments about their weight, related to body image problems and rate of eating disorders in females Eating disorders increased dramatically in only 3 years

Question 52

In regards to the objectification of women, discuss societal factors and pathology

Answer 52

Only 5% of American women can achieve the size required to be a fashion model. By the 5th grade, 31% of girls are dieting and 11.3% experience disordered eating

Question 53

What is the flow chart for societal factors?

Answer 53

Unrealistic media portrayal of thinness Stigma of being overweight/rewards of being thin Objectification of women Sellf-evaluation based on appearance Self-objectificaiton Anxiety and shame about appearance Disturbed eating and depression

Question 54

What do video games promote? What do music videos promote?

Answer 54

Video games: Hypermasculine stereotype The few games that are directed at girls are highly stereotypical Music Videos: Frequently portray women as sex objects Portray men as dominating and aggressive

Question 55

What is male help-seeking behavior?

Answer 55

Men are less likely to seek help for academic difficulties Research has shown that men are also less likely to seek help for: mental health, career concerns, medical concerns Men are sig more likely to engage risky, controllable health related behaviors

Question 56

What is the paradigm shift?

Answer 56

Reconceptualized masculinity \*Challenged the male sex role identity paradigm Idea that masculinity (&femininity) develop and each person must actively develop a healthy gender identity or suffer consequences How we bond with a same sex parent determines how "successful" we are at foraging our gender identity The MSRI paradigm has since been harshley criticized \*Unhealthy cultural narratives about gender lead to many problems

Question 57

What is the gender role strain paradigm

Answer 57

The idea that gender is socially constructed and thus is not from within Derived from postmodern thought

Question 58

In regards to the gender role strain, what is the discrepancy strain?

Answer 58

Distress from failing to live up to an interalized ideal

Question 59

In regards to the gender role strain, what is the dysfunction strain?

Answer 59

Suffering consequences from conforming to traditional gender roles (A man whose wife divorces him because he doesn't express emotion and is unable to communicate)

Question 60

In regards to the gender role strain, what is the trauma strain?

Answer 60

Trauma resulting from the male gender role socialization process (athletes who are hazed)

Question 61

According to Brannon, what is the male code (5)?

Answer 61

No sissy stuff The big wheel The sturdy oak Give em hell Pollack-Real Boys

Question 62

In regards to the Male Code, what does "No sissy stuff" mean?

Answer 62

The idea that men should avoid demonstrating stereotypically feminine behavior Societal pressure saying that a man shouldnt wear pink or watch "chick flicks"

Question 63

In regards to the Male Code, what does "The Big Wheel" mean?

Answer 63

The idea that men should be respected for displaying competitivesness and achievement Manifests as workaholism and overly competitive behavior

Question 64

In regards to the Male Code, what does the "Sturdy Oak" mean?

Answer 64

The idea that men should never reveal "weakness" or convey any emotion other than anger (athletes who play with an injury) May lead to normative male alexithymia-the inability to communicate emotion Children whose fathers are warm, loving an accepting have higher self-esteem and lower rates of aggression and behavior problems

Question 65

In regards to the Male Code, what does "give 'em hell" mean?

Answer 65

The idea that men should seek adventure and take risks, even if it mean engaging in violence (stunt men who risk their bodies for thrills)

Question 66

What are the role expectations for females?

Answer 66

\*The marriage manfate Most women are socialized to feel incomplete until they find a mate (fear of being an old maid) \*the motherhood mandate Belief that mothers should be self-sacrificing rather than having their own needs and interests \*Working outside the home Women who juggle multiple roles experence many burdens and conflicts

Question 67

In regards to multiple roles, what do many women trade, and are multiple roles inherently problematic?

Answer 67

Many women trade off the worker role and income for a slower pace and less stress to rear young children Multiple roles are not inherently problematic Problem stems from tensions among roles and the unequal sharing of role responsibilities (when role interferes with another)

Question 68

What are the five stages of the Feminine Identity Development model?

Answer 68

1. Passive Acceptance 2. Revelation 3. Embeddedness-emanation 4. Synthesis 5. Active Commitment

Question 69

In the Feminine Identity Model by Downing and Roush, describe stage 1

Answer 69

1. Passive Acceptance (1950s stay at home) Passive acceptance of traditional gender roles and discrimination The belief that traditional gender roles are preferable and than men are superior

Question 70

In the Feminine Identity Model by Downing and Roush, describe stage 2

Answer 70

2. Revelation (Key Stage-death of a loved one, abusive relationship, shocks into awareness) Increasing awareness (possibly triggered by a crisis) Feeling anger and guilt Black and white thinking, no grey area (perceiving men in a more negative) Hypervigilent -assume the worse in relationships

Question 71

In the Feminine Identity Model by Downing and Roush, describe stage 3

Answer 71

3. Embeddedness-Emanation Connectedness with other women Strengthening identity More relativistic thinking-critical thinking, more "grey thinking"

Question 72

In the Feminine Identity Model by Downing and Roush, describe stage 4

Answer 72

4. Synthesis Development of a positive female ifentity Gender role transcendence-overcoming and refuting gender roles

Question 73

In the Feminine Identity Model by Downing and Roush, describe stage 5

Answer 73

5. Active Commitment (Crystalization) Consolidation of identity Commitment to a nonsexist world Men are considered equal but different-balanced view of gender and sex Giving back, instill wisdom and instill it in others

Question 74

Where do people get their info about sex?

Answer 74

Friends (47%) Sex Education classes Partners Media Parents

Question 75

What is an abstinence only program?

Answer 75

No information about contraceptives Completely ineffective at delaying intercourse

Question 76

Explain "abstinence plus" programs?

Answer 76

Both abstinence and gives some info on contraceptives

Question 77

Explain "comprehensive" programs

Answer 77

Info on contraception, abortion, STDs, relationships, sexual orientation, and responsible decision making Highly effective: Increases contraception use, decreases teen pregnancy, reduces high risk behavior, and may delay intercourse

Question 78

In regards to the media, in 1998 about what percent of TV shows had sexual content, and in 2005? What can TV portrayals of sex influence?

Answer 78

1998-55% 2005-70% TV portrayals of sex can influence beliefs about typical sexual practices, sexual intentions and behavior.

Question 79

Are men or women more likely to use the internet to explore online sexual relationships?

Answer 79

Women

Question 80

What are the 4 phases of the Masters and Johnson's, Sexual Response Cycle?

Answer 80

1. Excitement 2. Plateau 3. Orgasm 4. Resolution

Question 81

In regards to the Sexual Response Cycle, explain phase 1

Answer 81

1. Excitement Triggered by sexual desire, fantasies, attraction, etc Foreplay Vasocongestion Males: Erection, swollen testes, scrotum moves closer to the body Females: Vaginal lubrication, swelling of the clit and labia, enlargement of uterus, nipple erection, swelling of breasts

Question 82

In regards to the Sexual Response Cycle, explain phase 2

Answer 82

2. Plateau Misleading name-arousal continues to build, but at a slower pace Distraction can delay or stop movement to orgasm (turn off cell phones)

Question 83

In regards to the Sexual Response Cycle, explain phase 3

Answer 83

3. Orgasm Subjective experience of orgasm is similar for men and women relationship between subjective experience and physical response is greater for men

Question 84

In regards to the Sexual Response Cycle, explain phase 4

Answer 84

4. Resolution Men experience a "refractory period"; varies in time and increases with age Sometimes involves... pillow talk cuddling ordering from insomnia cookies

Question 85

What is the key to a satisfying sex life?

Answer 85

Effective communication with your partner Avoid defensiveness Inhibited communication is strongly linked to sexual dissatisfaction Express your needs. Your partner does not know what you want if you don't say

Question 86

What are the 4 barriers to sexual communication

Answer 86

1. Fear of appearing ignorant 2. Concern about partner's response 3. Conflicting attitudes about sex 4. Negative early sexual experiences

Question 87

In regards to the Barriers to Sexual Communication, explain stage 1

Answer 87

1. Fear of appearing ignorant Pressure to be an expert combined with knowing you are not--\>shame and fear of disclosure

Question 88

In regards to the Barriers to Sexual Communication, explain stage 2

Answer 88

2. Concern about partner's response People are afraid of hurting partner's feelings More extensive disclosure of likes and dislikes positively predicts satisfaction Tell your partner what you like and how to please you Focus on the positive ("I like it when you...")

Question 89

In regards to the Barriers to Sexual Communication, explain stage 3

Answer 89

3. Conflicting attitudes about sex Many people are burdened with negative sexual messages and guilt from childhood Contradictory beliefs (beautiful vs dirty)

Question 90

In regards to the Barriers to Sexual Communication, explain stage 4

Answer 90

4. Negative early sexul experiences If due to ignorant or inconsiderate partners, positive subsequent experiences can help If due to trauma, psychotherapy can help

Question 91

What are 6 ways to enhancing sexual relationships

Answer 91

1. Pursue adequate sex education 2. review your sexual values system 3. Communicate about sex 4. Avoid goal setting 5. Enjoy and explore your sexual fantasies 6. Be selective about sex

Question 92

In regards to enhancing sexual relationships, explain pursuing adequate sex education

Answer 92

Reading material from credited authors

Question 93

In regards to enhancing sexual relationships, explain reviewing your sexual values system

Answer 93

Many sex problems stem from values that associate sex with immortality and guilt

Question 94

In regards to enhancing sexual relationships, explain communicating about sex

Answer 94

Be candid and tactful

Question 95

In regards to enhancing sexual relationships, explain avoiding goal setting

Answer 95

Sex is not a race or a contest Be in the moment Can't think too much A grim determination to climax makes it harder to do so Avoid judging performance Focus on the process rather than the outcome The less pressure the better (both on you and your partner)

Question 96

In regards to enhancing sexual relationships, explain enjoying and exploring your sexual fantasies

Answer 96

The mind is the ultimate erogenous zone Sexual fantasizing is the most common among couples withthe fewest sexual problems

Question 97

In regards to enhancing sexual relationships, explain being selective about sex

Answer 97

Ideally choose the right time, the right mood, the right setting, and the right partner Situation and context are crucial.