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Swings and roundabouts: management of jealousy in heterosexual swinging couples
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posted on 2023-06-07, 14:23 authored by Richard De VisserRichard De Visser, Desiree McDonaldSwinging involves consensual mutual involvement in extra-dyadic sex. Jealousy in swinging couples is an interesting topic for social psychological research, because it is a common and acceptable response to a romantic partner's real or imagined infidelity. This qualitative study examined the management of jealousy among four active heterosexual swinging couples living in southern England. Participants highlighted the importance of discussion and negotiation to develop a shared couple identity and shared rules and boundaries that allowed them to manage jealousy so that they could better enjoy swinging. Rather than seeking to eliminate jealousy, swingers may manage their feelings of jealousy in order to increase sexual excitement and arousal. This study adds to our understanding of jealousy among swingers and the broader issue of jealousy in intimate relationships.
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- Published
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British Journal of Social PsychologyISSN
0144-6665Publisher
British Psychological SocietyExternal DOI
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2Volume
46Page range
459-476Department affiliated with
- Psychology Publications
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Publisher's version available at official URL.Full text available
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- Yes
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2007-09-25Usage metrics
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