Is There a Direct Link between Sexual Satisfaction and Restrictions during the Second Wave of the COVID-19 Pandemic?

Aleksandra M. Rogowska, Natalia Wójcik, Aleksandra Janik and Paulina Klimala
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Aleksandra M. Rogowska: Institute of Psychology, University of Opole, 45-052 Opole, Poland
Natalia Wójcik: Speech Therapy and Psychological and Pedagogical Center, 45-316 Opole, Poland
Aleksandra Janik: Institute of Psychology, University of Opole, 45-052 Opole, Poland
Paulina Klimala: Diagnostic and Consultation Clinic for People with Autism Spectrum, Child and Family Support, “One Word Association” Development Center, 45-462 Opole, Poland

IJERPH, 2022, vol. 19, issue 13, 1-12

Abstract: Background : Research suggested that the COVID-19 pandemic-related restrictions decreased sexual function and satisfaction. The present study examines the direct relationship between sexual satisfaction and restrictions during the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods : A cross-sectional study was performed in Poland between 3 September 2020 and 18 January 2021. A convenience sample of 1364 adults, aged 18–67 ( M = 25.13, SD = 6.45), among whom 62.39% were women, and 23.17% were single, completed anonymous web-based survey. The Sexual Satisfaction Questionnaire (SSQ) and Stringency Index (IS) were used to assess sexual satisfaction and the level of restrictions during the pandemic, respectively. Results : No direct association was found between sexual satisfaction and the level of restrictions during the lockdown. Sexual satisfaction was significantly worse among single participants than those living in a couple. No gender differences were found in sexual satisfaction. Conclusions : Future studies should examine an indirect association between sexual satisfaction and restrictions during the pandemic via stress and anxiety. Single relationship status should be considered a risk factor for sexual satisfaction, so single individuals should be a target group for prevention programs during the pandemic.

Keywords: COVID-19 pandemic; gender; lockdown; relationship status; restrictions level; sexual satisfaction; stringency index (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: I I1 I3 Q Q5 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2022
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