What Kills Passion in Relationships Revealed: Why People Have Less Sex!
Translated from Croatian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Psychologists identified a lack of enthusiasm as the primary reason for declining passion in relationships.
- Other factors include insufficient private space, time, and poor communication about sex.
- Spending too much time at work and relationship conflicts also contribute to reduced intimacy.
A lack of enthusiasm is the leading cause of waning passion in romantic relationships, according to recent psychological studies. This decline in excitement can lead to reduced intimacy and other relationship problems over time.
Researchers tracked the sexual habits of several hundred participants to pinpoint the main reasons behind diminishing passion. The findings, reported by Power Of Positivity, indicate that a lack of enthusiasm is the foremost issue. Following closely behind are insufficient private space and time for intimacy. This suggests that external pressures and a lack of dedicated personal time significantly impact a couple's sex life.
"The lack of sex and misunderstanding in this area can, after some time, separate people and lead to other problems in the relationship. Discover them in time and thus prevent distancing," stated Meneleos Apostolou, an author of the research. He further noted that a partner sensing a lack of enthusiasm from their significant other can lead to feelings of oppression.
Other significant factors contributing to a decrease in sexual activity include spending excessive time at work, which ranks as a major reason. Poor communication and misunderstanding regarding sexual issues with a partner are also cited. Additionally, frequent arguments, personality differences, and abuse can make sexual intimacy less appealing over time. For couples who have recently become parents, the lack of time and space for intimacy is a commonly reported challenge.
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Originally published by Veฤernji List in Croatian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.