Barton, Melissa. (Utah Valley University)
Faculty Advisor: Anderson, Chris (Utah Valley University, Behavioral Science Department)
Sex is an important element in the building and maintenance of a successful marriage. The subject of marital sexual relations from a national perspective has been studied (Kinsey, 2010). There also exists much research data specific to conservative Christian populations on this subject (Crosby, 2008). Little research that looks specifically at the sexual beliefs, experiences, and expectations within the community of the active members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints has been conducted. This research provides a baseline and will aid individuals and their clinicians in the support of the health and healing of marriages. This researcher will be presenting what has been discovered in regards to the sexual attitudes and practices among-st the active LDS population.
This research is intended to begin the process of creating a baseline of data that could ultimately change the conversations and even the conventions of the LDS community surrounding elements of sexuality in marriage. This data could assist Marriage Counselors and Sex Therapists in understanding the true nature of sex inside this culture, particularly in regards to LDS women.
This research will be conducted anonymously and with high regard to confidentiality utilizing a Qualtrics survey. This is the first step in a process this researcher is interested in exploring. This report illuminates the sexual attitudes, beliefs and behaviors of active LDS women ages 35-55, it is anticipated that 100 individuals will participate.
Crosby, Cindy. "The Best Sex (Survey) Ever!" Today's Christian Woman, 12 Sept. 2008, www.todayschristianwoman.com/articles/2008/september/best-sex-survey-ever.html.
Kinsey,"FAQs And Sex Information." Historical Report: Diversity of Sexual Orientation, Indiana University, 2010, kinseyinstitute.org/research/faq.php.