EXPECTATIONS FOR CHANGE IN SEXUAL POSSIBLE SELVES: IMPLICATIONS FOR SEXUAL WELL-BEING WITH AGE
2024
Expectations for Change in Sexual Possible Selves
Sample size: 612
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Author Information
Author(s): Allyson Graf, Sydney Ellis
Primary Institution: Northern Kentucky University
Hypothesis
The study aims to identify expectations for long-term change in sexual possible selves and understand related factors.
Conclusion
Most participants expect some change in their sexual possible selves as they age, with various factors influencing these expectations.
Supporting Evidence
- 40.4% of participants expected no change in their sexual possible selves.
- 78.9% of participants described a long-term expectation for their sexual possible selves.
- The most common themes for change included aging, relationship with a current partner, and partner-related issues.
Takeaway
The study found that many adults think their sexual selves will change as they get older, and different things like age and relationship status affect these thoughts.
Methodology
Participants completed an online survey reporting their expectations for change in sexual possible selves and related factors.
Participant Demographics
Adults aged 30-85 years, with a mean age of 47.31 years.
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