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Journal of Sex & Marital Therapy

The Journal of Sex & Marital Therapy is a scholarly publication dedicated to advancing the understanding and treatment of sexual and marital issues. It features research articles, clinical studies, and theoretical discussions that explore various aspects of human sexuality, relationships, and therapeutic interventions. This interdisciplinary journal provides valuable insights for psychologists, therapists, researchers, and educators working in the field of sex and marital therapy.
Details
Abbr. J Sex Marital Ther
Publisher Routledge
Start 1974
End Continuing
Frequency Bimonthly, 2013-
p-ISSN 0092-623X
e-ISSN 1521-0715
Country United Kingdom
Language English
Specialties Psychiatry
Social Sciences
Metrics
h-index / Ranks: 3747 89
SJR / Ranks: 5353 792
CiteScore / Ranks: 5670 4.60
Recent Articles
21.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for Hypersexuality: A Pilot Study
Montesinos F, Ortega-Otero M, Polin E, Lobato D
J Sex Marital Ther . 2024 Nov; 50(8):1046-1064. PMID: 39498493
Hypersexuality refers to the inability to control sexual desire. Despite it has shown serious consequences for physical, psychological and social health, the evidence of available psychological interventions is still insufficient....
22.
Whether and What to Tell: A Qualitative Study of HIV Disclosure Among Heterosexually Married Men Who Have Sex with Men in China
Song C, Xie H, Ding R, Blakey J
J Sex Marital Ther . 2024 Oct; 50(8):1014-1029. PMID: 39463134
In China, HIV transmission increasingly affected men who have sex with men (MSM) and those in heterosexual marriages. This study addressed a critical gap in understanding HIV and sexual orientation...
23.
She said, "Really, you're just going to have to suffer through it": The lack of discussion of perimenopause between women and healthcare professionals
Simic Stanojevic I, Piatt J, Herbenick D, Stanojevic C, Shields T, Harnoy T, et al.
J Sex Marital Ther . 2024 Oct; 50(8):1030-1045. PMID: 39460659
Perimenopausal symptoms adversely impacting women's sexual health are often unacknowledged or even dismissed by healthcare professionals (HCP). Using semi-structured interviews with 23 women experiencing perimenopause, we aimed to understand how...
24.
The Global Prevalence of Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse in Schools between 2012 and 2022: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Wang S
J Sex Marital Ther . 2024 Oct; 50(8):988-1013. PMID: 39445899
Purpose: This review aimed to synthesize existing research on the prevalence of Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (CSEA) in schools, while also identifying key moderators that influence these rates. Methods:...
25.
Frailties of Memory: Implications for Therapists Treating Gender Dysphoric Youth
Kulatunga Moruzi C, Lawler J
J Sex Marital Ther . 2024 Oct; 51(1):110-125. PMID: 39431638
Therapists working with gender-questioning teens often encounter disparate narratives. Teens typically report memories consistent with their transgender identity, often recounting specific childhood events. Many parents, however, have different recollections of...
26.
Risk of Revictimization within Intimate Relationships among Women Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse: The Role of Cumulative Trauma and Self-Capacities Disturbances
Girard M, Dugal C, Hebert M, Godbout N
J Sex Marital Ther . 2024 Oct; 50(8):969-987. PMID: 39420845
Childhood sexual abuse, especially in the context of cumulative childhood interpersonal trauma (CCIT), is associated with an increased risk of revictimization by an intimate partner among women. The aim of...
27.
The Turkish Version of the Sexual Interest and Desire Inventory-Female (SIDI-F): Examination of the Validity, Reliability and Factorial Structure
Karacam Yilmaz Z, Ozcan N
J Sex Marital Ther . 2024 Oct; 50(8):960-968. PMID: 39391986
The aim of this study is to investigate the validity and reliability of the Turkish version of the Sexual Interest and Desire Inventory-Female (SIDI-F). This methodological study was conducted with...
28.
"Not Offending Is Easy. The Double Life, the Secrets, the Loneliness Are the Hardest Parts I Needed Help with": Understanding the Treatment Needs of People with Attractions to Children
Lievesley R, Swaby H, Stevenson J, Harper C
J Sex Marital Ther . 2024 Sep; 51(1):22-41. PMID: 39308014
People with sexual attractions to children are often subject to heavy stigmatization, and several studies have started to look at how this affects their mental health. This is likely due...
29.
Quantifying Circumcision Anesthesia Research: A Bibliometric Analysis Using VOSviewer
Koc A
J Sex Marital Ther . 2024 Sep; 50(8):950-959. PMID: 39290069
Circumcision anesthesia, aimed at mitigating pain and distress during the procedure, has evolved, reflecting advancements in medical science and societal attitudes toward pain management. This study conducts a comprehensive bibliometric...
30.
"No one told me how this could be pleasurable" A Qualitative Focus Group Study into Experiences and Needs of Transgender People in Addressing Sexuality in the Context of Gender-Affirming Medical Care in The Netherlands
Gieles N, Gerritse K, Zandbergen E, Both S, Kreukels B
J Sex Marital Ther . 2024 Sep; 51(1):1-21. PMID: 39262228
Various studies show that transgender people may experience diverse challenges to attaining sexual well-being. Receiving gender-affirming medical care (GAMC) may influence one's sexual experiences, but there is little insight into...