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APS Virtual Poster Showcase · 2020

Self-Serving Sexual Motives Predict Heightened Drive for Sexual Dominance

Virtual · June 2020

Poster Sessions · Social

  • Fey Schlenther
    Fielding Graduate University
  • Bethel Quick
    Fielding Graduate University
  • Helen Grzeskiewicz
    Fielding Graduate University
  • Kristine Jacquin
    Fielding Graduate University

Abstract

The present study focused on selfish sexual motives to predict heightened drive for sexual dominance. Results revealed the best predictors of sexual dominance were having sex to feel better about oneself, to gain physical pleasure, to cope with negative feelings, and to avoid peer disapproval.

Sexuality/Sexual Behavior