A Preliminary Investigation Into the Moderating Effects of Relationship Factors on Improvements in Sexual Desire and Distress Following Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy for Sexual Interest/Arousal Disorder.
Arch Sex Behav October 22, 2025 DOI: 10.1007/s10508-025-03255-7 (opens in new tab)
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Observational cohort Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Population | Individuals with sexual interest/arousal disorder |
| Intervention | Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy |
| Topics | Meditation |
| Key findings | Attachment avoidance moderated improvements in sexual desire, with lower avoidance linked to greater gains. The study suggests relationship factors may influence treatment response, but results are preliminary. |
Abstract
A Preliminary Investigation Into the Moderating Effects of Relationship Factors on Improvements in Sexual Desire and Distress Following Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy for Sexual Interest/Arousal Disorder.