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Assessing the role of relationship conflict in sexual dysfunction
Michael E Metz1, Norman Epstein
1Meta Associates, St. Paul, Minnesota, USA. MMetzMpls@aol.com
Journal of Sex & Marital Therapy
|March 16, 2002
Summary
Relationship conflict significantly impacts sexual problems and satisfaction. Addressing conflict patterns is crucial for effective sex therapy and improving intimacy.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Sexology
- Relationship Science
Background:
- Relationship conflict is a known factor in sexual dysfunction.
- Deficiencies in relationships, like unresolved conflict, hinder sexual health.
- Conflict affects relationship and sexual satisfaction.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review empirical findings on relationship conflict patterns and sexual dysfunction.
- To propose a model for assessing relationship conflict in sexual dysfunction.
- To highlight the role of conflict in sex therapy outcomes.
Main Methods:
- Review of empirical studies on couple conflict and sexual function.
- Analysis of conflict management and resolution styles in couples.
- Development of a conceptual model for assessment.
Main Results:
- Couples with sexual problems exhibit different conflict management issues and styles.
- Dysfunctional conflict resolution can cause or result from sexual problems.
- Constructive conflict interaction enhances emotional and sexual intimacy.
Conclusions:
- Conflict patterns are integral to sexual dysfunction and therapy.
- Systematic assessment of relationship conflict is needed in sex therapy.
- Effective conflict resolution can improve couple intimacy and sexual health.