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Sexual pleasure and motivation
Lori Boul1, Ruth Hallam-Jones, Kevan R Wylie
1Porterbrook Clinic, Michael Carlisle Centre, 75 Osborne Road, Nether Edge, Sheffield, UK.
Journal of Sex & Marital Therapy
|December 24, 2008
Summary
Sexual pleasure, crucial for behavior, is often overlooked in sexual function research. A new goal response model explains how pleasure and eudemonic goals impact sexual behavior and treatment outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Neuroscience
- Sexuality Studies
Background:
- Pleasure and displeasure are fundamental motivators for behavior repetition or avoidance.
- Despite its evolutionary importance, sexual pleasure is underrepresented in sexual function and dysfunction research.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore theories and studies on sexual pleasure and motivation.
- To present a goal response model for understanding sexual function and dysfunction.
- To illustrate how eudemonic goals can influence treatment outcomes in sexual health.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of sexual pleasure and motivation theories.
- Analysis of studies relevant to sexual function and dysfunction evaluation.
- Development of a conceptual goal response model.
Main Results:
- A goal response model is proposed, outlining the pathway from sexual stimuli to behavior and feedback.
- The model integrates cognitive and emotional processing in response to sexual stimuli.
- Eudemonic goals are identified as potential influencers of treatment outcomes.
Conclusions:
- The presented model provides a framework for understanding the role of pleasure in sexual behavior.
- Further research is needed to validate the model and its implications for sexual health interventions.
- Addressing sexual pleasure is essential for comprehensive sexual function and dysfunction management.
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