The Psychology of Breakup Sex (1 CE)
Number of Credits: 1
This course is for: Clinical Psychologists, Counselors, LMFTs & SWs
Course By: Tamara Avery, PsyD
Content By: Moran, J. B., Wade, T. J., & Murray, D. R. (2020). The psychology of breakup sex: Exploring the motivational factors and affective consequences of post-breakup sexual activity. Evolutionary Psychology, 8(3), 1-14. https://doi.org/10.1177/1474704920936916
Course Description: Engaging in sexual contact with an ex-partner can have multiple consequences. Individuals experience adverse outcomes after a breakup, which leads to a decrease in self-esteem and an increase in emotional distress. Continued sexual contact is a behavior that both men and women report requesting of their ex. The current purpose of the study was to better understand post-breakup behavior. Researchers found that men are more likely than women to have felt better about themselves, while women tend to state they feel better about the relationship after breakup sex. Furthermore, most breakup sex appears to be motivated by three factors: relationship maintenance, hedonism, and ambivalence.
Learning Objectives:
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Identify the purposes of the study and the methods related to the psychology of breakup sex as examined in the article
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Analyze the data by exploring the statistical tests used in conjunction with the discussed findings
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Integrate the study limitations with the identified areas of future research
Course Outline:
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Read and understand The psychology of breakup sex: Exploring the motivational factors and affective consequences of post-breakup sexual activity
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Review the Course Description and Learning Objectives
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Consider the factors related to post-breakup behavior coupled with the statistical findings from the accompanying article
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Work through the post-test questions; keep in mind that answer selections should be derived from the respective article
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Return to the article for clarification regarding the motivations behind post-break up behavior, or for any missed questions
Approvals:
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Board Approvals | American Psychological Association (APA), Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB), NBCC, Florida Board - Social Work, MFT, Counseling, and Psychology, NYSED - Social Work, MFT and Counseling Only, American Academy of Health Care Providers in the Addictive Disorders |
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CE Format | Online, Text-Based |