Sexual Sensation Seeking: A Validated Scale for Spanish Gay, Lesbian and Bisexual People

Gil‐Llario, María Dolores; Morell‐Mengual, Vicente; Giménez‐García, Cristina; Salmerón‐Sánchez, Pedro; Ballester‐Arnal, Rafael

doi:10.1007/s10461-018-2182-6

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“…Finally, the search for sexual sensations appears as a risk variable. This finding is congruent with the few studies that have analyzed this variable [31]. These women generally think that physical sensations are the most important aspect of sex and prefer the short-term benefits of sexual practices that disregard the use of barrier methods [54,55].…”

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“…On the other hand, the correlation between the use of barrier preventive methods and some effective, emotional, and behavioral factors has also aroused some interest in the scientific community. Thus, variables such as alcohol and other drug consumption [2,22], sexual compulsiveness [30], the search for sexual sensations [31] and depressive symptomatology [19,32], would constitute factors to be considered in developing preventive strategies. In addition, Logie et al design, implement and evaluate the effectiveness of the only HIV and STI group prevention program for women who have sex with women [4].…”

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HIV and STI Prevention Among Spanish Women Who have Sex with Women: Factors Associated with Dental Dam and Condom Use

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The scientific community has systematically ignored the needs of women who have sex with women (WSW). The invisibilization of romantic and sexual relationships between women has caused a profound lack of knowledge about the impact of HIV and other STIs on this population subgroup. This study aims to analyze the frequency of dental dam and condom use in WSW and identify the variables that explain the use of these two preventive methods. The sample is composed of 327 women aged between 18 and 60 years (M = 27.82; SD = 8.10). The results indicate that only 4.7% of those who practice cunnilingus and 5.2% of those who practice anilingus report “always” using dental dam (systematic use). Condoms are used systematically by 37.1% of those who practice vaginal penetration and 37.8% of those who practice anal penetration. Age, high perceived self-efficacy, and adequate assertive communication skills are variables significantly related to preventive behavior. The severity attributed to HIV and the perceived risk of infection are protective factors regarding dental dam use. For condom use, high levels of internalized homophobia and drug use are risk factors. Future preventive strategies should provide information on preventive strategies to WSW who, for different reasons, are not involved in LGBT contexts or associations and, therefore, do not have access to training activities and mistakenly believe that they are invulnerable as they do not have sexual relations with men.

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HIV and STI Prevention Among Spanish Women Who have Sex with Women: Factors Associated with Dental Dam and Condom Use

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“…• SSSS. Sexual Sensation Seeking Scale [45,47]: This self-report measure provides a global score for sexual sensation seeking through 11 items rated on a four-point Likert-type scale, ranging from 1 (Not at all like me) to 4 (Very much like me). The score ranges from 4 to 16 on the New Experiences Seeking scale and from 7 to 28 on the Physical Sensations Attraction scale.…”

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Factors Associated with Condom Use in Anal Intercourse Among Spanish Men Who Have Sex with Men: Proposal for an Explanatory Model

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Men who have sex with men (MSM) account for more than half of the new HIV diagnoses in Spain. This study aims to carry out a descriptive analysis of the sexual practices and frequency of condom use of MSM and identify the variables that explain inconsistent condom use during anal intercourse. The sample consists of 405 men between 18 and 60 years of age (M = 28.94; SD = 9.35). The results indicate that the percentage of consistent condom use is 72.9% for anal intercourse. Lack of risk perception, high self-esteem, and greater sensation-seeking are risk factors for risky sexual behavior. In contrast, high levels of sexual assertiveness and self-efficacy are protective factors. The proposed model explains between 33.8 and 49.2% of the variance. These findings highlight the importance of designing and implementing condom promotion programs for MSM who engage in anal intercourse with specific sections that consider the acquisition of assertive skills and reduce the risks associated with a perceived invulnerability to HIV.

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“…This pattern could be linked with factors linked to sexual sensation seeking, as supported by prior research highlighting the relation between sexual sensation seeking and an increased number of sexual partners [55,56]. Moreover, existing studies suggest that heterosexual men are more likely to exhibit sexual sensation-seeking tendencies compared to their female counterparts [57][58][59], and individuals belonging to sexual minority groups demonstrate a heightened inclination toward sexual sensationseeking in comparison to heterosexual individuals [58][59][60]. In light of those findings, it could be contended that the observed higher number of sexual partners among male participants in this study is intricately tied to their proclivity for seeking sensory sexual experiences.…”

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Sexual Rewards and Costs in Heterosexual and Gay Hispanic Adults

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et al. 2024

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The Interpersonal Exchange Model of Sexual Satisfaction proposes that sexual satisfaction can be explained by the balance of sexual rewards or costs exchange. The Interpersonal Exchange Model of Sexual Satisfaction Questionnaire (IEMSSQ) was developed from this model. The IEMSSQ includes the Reward/Costs Checklist (RCC). The RCC assesses different sexual exchanges that are categorized into sexual rewards and/or costs. Analyses and comparisons of sexual rewards and costs in the Hispanic cisgender population based on gender (man or woman) and sexual orientation (heterosexual and homosexual) with this measure have not been conducted. The main goal was to analyze and rank the sexual rewards, costs, and both, indicated by a sample of 1996 Hispanic partnered participants (heterosexual men, gay men, heterosexual women, and lesbians). The predominant sexual exchanges that were reported involved emotional aspects, both as rewards and costs. When participants indicated that the exchange was both a reward and a cost, they were referring to aspects specifically related to the sexual relationship itself. Heterosexual men and women had greater rewards and higher costs, respectively. Gay men obtained a greater number of items reported as rewards and costs. The results provide further insight into sexual satisfaction related to gender and sexual orientation.

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Sexual Sensation Seeking: A Validated Scale for Spanish Gay, Lesbian and Bisexual People

Cited by 7 publications

References 33 publications

HIV and STI Prevention Among Spanish Women Who have Sex with Women: Factors Associated with Dental Dam and Condom Use

HIV and STI Prevention Among Spanish Women Who have Sex with Women: Factors Associated with Dental Dam and Condom Use

Factors Associated with Condom Use in Anal Intercourse Among Spanish Men Who Have Sex with Men: Proposal for an Explanatory Model

Sexual Rewards and Costs in Heterosexual and Gay Hispanic Adults

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