Study shows that sleeping with your ex might not be as bad as you make it out to be
| Updated: Oct 23, 2018, 12:54 IST
While your peers might advise you against jumping into bed with an ex-partner after a breakup, a recent study shows that it might not be as bad you think. According to Stephanie Spielmann, lead author of the study published in the Springer's journal Archives of Sexual Behavior, having sex with an ex doesn't seem to hinder moving on after the breakup.
After conducting the research, Spielmann said, "This research suggests that societal handwringing regarding trying to have sex with an ex may not be warranted." He believes that these findings challenge common beliefs. "The fact that sex with an ex is found to be most eagerly pursued by those having difficulty moving on, suggests that we should perhaps instead of more critically evaluate people's motivations behind pursuing sex with an ex," he added.
The research claims that if you get into bed with an ex, this will not hinder the process of 'moving on'. Those pining after their ex-partner more often sought out sexual activity, potentially as a way of fostering closeness and connection. However, doing this did not leave them distressed or feeling depressed. In fact, it left them feeling more positive in everyday life.
After conducting the research, Spielmann said, "This research suggests that societal handwringing regarding trying to have sex with an ex may not be warranted." He believes that these findings challenge common beliefs. "The fact that sex with an ex is found to be most eagerly pursued by those having difficulty moving on, suggests that we should perhaps instead of more critically evaluate people's motivations behind pursuing sex with an ex," he added.
The research claims that if you get into bed with an ex, this will not hinder the process of 'moving on'. Those pining after their ex-partner more often sought out sexual activity, potentially as a way of fostering closeness and connection. However, doing this did not leave them distressed or feeling depressed. In fact, it left them feeling more positive in everyday life.