Covid-19 and Couple Relationships (Grade A+)

Summary:

This multidisciplinary research focuses on the role of COVID-19 and couple relationships, specifically within the context of married couples. The study utilized Family Systems Theory to examine the impact of pandemic-related stressors on sexual, emotional, and individual functioning. The research involved a sample of 1,241 physically active adults in relationships, with 47% being married or engaged.

The study’s findings revealed that COVID-19-related stressors were associated with lower levels of sexual, emotional, and individual functioning. The research employed a longitudinal design, assessing participants at multiple time points over a six-month period. The results indicated increased COVID-19 stressors predicted decreases in sexual functioning, leading to decreased emotional functioning and overall well-being.

On the other hand, stable levels of sexual and relationship satisfaction were not significantly related to stable levels of COVID-19 stressors. However, consistent challenges with achieving orgasms were associated with increased irritability towards partners and depressive symptoms. Additionally, the study found that stable stress levels from social isolation were linked to higher levels of expressing affection towards loved ones, suggesting a need for connection during ongoing stress.

The research also conducted multigroup analyses, demonstrating that the findings applied across various demographic characteristics, such as gender, age, race/nationality, sexual orientation, relationship stage, and living arrangements. The study’s results shed light on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on sexual, emotional, and individual functioning within a family systems framework, highlighting sources of resilience (sexual satisfaction, expressing affection) and challenges (orgasm difficulties).

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Covid-19 and Couple Relationships

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The ongoing review involved Family Systems Theory as a structure to explain the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on sexual, heartfelt, and individual working. In particular, sexual and heartfelt working were displayed as key systems connecting COVID-19-related stressors (as indicators) to parts of an individual working after some time (as results).