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Repetitive Negative Thinking and Sexual Functioning in Portuguese Men and Women: A Cross-Sectional Study
Maria Manuela Peixoto1, Vera Ribeiro2
1Centro de Investigação em Psicologia para o Desenvolvimento Positivo, Instituto de Psicologia e Ciências da Educação, Universidade Lusíada do Porto, Porto, Portugal.
Summary
Repetitive negative thinking (RNT) negatively impacts sexual functioning in both men and women. Individuals experiencing subclinical sexual difficulties exhibit higher RNT, highlighting its role in sexual health.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Sexual Health
- Mental Health
Background:
- Repetitive negative thinking (RNT) is a transdiagnostic process implicated in emotional disorders.
- RNT negatively affects sexual functioning, yet empirical evidence is limited.
- Understanding RNT's role in sexual health is crucial for developing targeted interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- Investigate RNT's role in male and female sexual functioning.
- Compare RNT levels between genders and individuals with/without sexual difficulties.
- Examine RNT's predictive power on sexual function indices.
Main Methods:
- 424 participants (270 women) completed online questionnaires.
- Validated instruments included the Persistent and Intrusive Negative Thoughts Scale, Female Sexual Functioning Index, and International Index of Erectile Function.
- Sociodemographic data were also collected.
Main Results:
- Women reported significantly higher RNT than men.
- Individuals with subclinical sexual difficulties showed higher RNT than those without.
- RNT negatively predicted sexual functioning in both men and women.
Conclusions:
- RNT is a significant negative predictor of sexual functioning in both sexes.
- Higher RNT is associated with greater sexual difficulties.
- Addressing RNT may improve sexual health outcomes.
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