Recruiting Couples for Sexual Communication Study
We are conducting a two-part research study to better understand sexual communication in relationships, and we are looking for couples to participate.
Part 1: Baseline Online Survey (30 minutes)
Details: Both partners will be asked to complete a 30-minute online survey assessing sexual communication with your current partner, your sexual and relationship satisfaction, and demographic information.
Part 2: Lab Visit, Including Pre-Visit Survey (2.5 hours)
Details: The second part of the study focuses on expressive writing and intimate disclosures. Both partners complete a 30-minute online survey and writing exercise before the lab visit. Partners will then attend a 1.5-hour lab session together. The lab visit involves providing saliva samples, having a conversation about your sexual relationship, engaging in a creative/drawing activity, and taking a short survey. Both partners will be asked to complete a 15-minute online survey one month after their lab visit.
Compensation:
Participants will be compensated $80 per couple ($40 per partner) after completing the follow-up online survey.
Eligibility:
To participate, both partners must meet the following criteria:
· Age 18+
· Currently in a sexual relationship of at least 3 months
· Comfortable answering questions about sexual behavior and your relationship
· Comfortable discussing their sexual relationship and providing saliva samples
· No major health issues
Interested?
Please email Amanda Denes at CommLab@uconn.edu.
Thank you for considering participating — your contribution will help advance understanding of sexual communication and relationships!
This research study was approved by the UConn IRB, Protocol #H23-0506.
For more information, contact: Amanda Denes at CommLab@uconn.edu