The Intrinsic and Extrinsic Motivations of Asexual People in Romantic Relationships
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Science (MS)
Department
Psychology and Special Education
Date of Award
8-14-2024
Abstract
The intrinsic and extrinsic motivations of asexual and non-asexual people in romantic relationships were examined. Self-identified asexual and non-asexual participants who are currently in a romantic relationship were asked to complete a measure of sexual motivation. When examining the motivational processes linked to sexual health and a person's sense of well-being, previous research using the Sexual Motivation Scale (SexMS) has found that it is useful for the findings of sexuality in the context of an SDT framework. The SexMS measures the various types of self-regulation put forward by the self-determination theory. The results showed a trend with non-asexuals (vs. asexuals) scoring higher on the intrinsic side of the measure, while asexuals (vs. non-asexuals) showed little difference on the extrinsic side of the measure.
Advisor
Stephen Reysen
Subject Categories
Psychology | Social and Behavioral Sciences
Recommended Citation
Ortiz, Isabella Amber, "The Intrinsic and Extrinsic Motivations of Asexual People in Romantic Relationships" (2024). Electronic Theses & Dissertations. 1207.
https://digitalcommons.tamuc.edu/etd/1207
