AI Article Synopsis
- Previous studies suggested that women at peak fertility are more interested in sexual relationships outside their partnerships, but recent research has shown inconsistent results.
- This study examined the link between fertility and sociosexuality—defined as the willingness to engage in casual sex—among 773 normally ovulating women.
- The results indicated no significant relationship between current fertility and sociosexual attitudes, challenging the idea that peak fertility influences the desire for extra-pair sexual relationships.
Article Abstract
Previous research has found that women at peak fertility show greater interest in extra-pair sex. However, recent replications have failed to detect this effect. In this study, we add to this ongoing debate by testing whether sociosexuality (the willingness to have sex in the absence of commitment) is higher in women who are at peak fertility. A sample of normally ovulating women ( = 773) completed a measure of sociosexuality and had their current fertility status estimated using the backward counting method. Contrary to our hypothesis, current fertility was unrelated to sociosexual attitudes and desires, even when relationship status was included as a moderator. These findings raise further doubts about the association between fertility and desire for extra-pair sex.
Download full-text PDF |
Source |
|---|---|
| http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10303467 | PMC |
| http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/1474704920976318 | DOI Listing |
Publication Analysis
Top Keywords
Similar Publications
Want AI Summaries of new PubMed Abstracts delivered to your In-box?
Enter search terms and have AI summaries delivered each week - change queries or unsubscribe any time!