Home Institution
University of Puget Sound
Publication Date
Fall 2013
Abstract
This is an explorative study of how sexual communication and satisfaction act within a Dutch, mixed-sex, monogamous, long-term relationship. This research also analyzes how roles are developed within a dyad based off gender formation and Social Exchange Theory. I conducted interviews with three couples, one sex coach, and one sexologist in order to research my topic. Data was analyzed through common themes found throughout the narratives of the couples in relation to theory. I found that couples directly associate high amounts of sexual communication with a sexually satisfying relationship. The majority of sexual communication between couples is non-verbal, although partners would like to be able to discuss sex verbally more with their partner. Roles in relationships do not necessarily reflect those of stereotypical gender roles. This study is important for those who are researching sexuality, communications, gender, and identity development.
Disciplines
Community-Based Learning | Family, Life Course, and Society | Gender and Sexuality | Social and Behavioral Sciences | Social Psychology and Interaction | Sociology of Culture
Recommended Citation
Di Costanzo, Maggy, "“Let’s Talk About Sex, Baby”: An Explorative Study of Sexual Communication Between Heterosexual Couples in The Netherlands" (2013). Independent Study Project (ISP) Collection. 1662.
https://digitalcollections.sit.edu/isp_collection/1662
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Community-Based Learning Commons, Family, Life Course, and Society Commons, Gender and Sexuality Commons, Social Psychology and Interaction Commons, Sociology of Culture Commons
Program Name
Netherlands: International Perspectives on Sexuality and Gender