Does trauma in childhood influence emotional dynamics in adult sexual relationships?

Does trauma in childhood influence emotional dynamics in adult sexual relationships?

A study of couples in Canada found that individuals who reported greater exposure to childhood trauma tended to experience slightly fewer positive emotions and slightly more negative emotions during a sexual conflict with their partner. These individuals also tended to report slightly higher levels of attachment anxiety. The paper was published in the Archives of Sexual Behavior. Childhood trauma refers to serious adverse experiences during chil…