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Comparing Psychological Aspects in Same-Sex vs. Straight Couples: Discovering Intriguing Findings

This study delves into psychological aspects of same-sex vs. straight couples, examining individual and interpersonal differences and similarities. Explore how therapy should consider unique dynamics such as fear of intimacy, stress, and societal factors.

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Comparing Psychological Aspects in Same-Sex vs. Straight Couples: Discovering Intriguing Findings

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  1. Same-Sex HSDD A Comparison with Straight Couples

  2. Interesting Findings • Most research centers on heterosexual females • Limited research on same-sex females • Same-sex studies focus on males • Differences for same-sex couples must be considered in therapy • Same-sex couples - less rigid sex scripts

  3. Similarities – Individual • Psychological • Stress • Depression • Medical • Substance Use

  4. Differences - Individual • Psychological • Internalized homophobia • External homophobia • Fear of penetration • Oral and anal • Submissive position • Female position • Medical • Aids/HIV • Fear of disease infection/transmission

  5. Similarities - Interactional • Relationship issues • Fear of intimacy • Pressure to perform

  6. Differences - Interactional • Open relationships • Sex not used as power • Fear of hurting partner • Aids/HIV

  7. Similarities – Intergenerational • FOO messages • Cultural aspects • Religion

  8. Differences – Intergenerational • Consider homosexuality relating to: • FOO messages • Culture • Religion • Societal messages

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