Three Quarks for Hypersexuality Research

In some areas of sex research, we note room for methodological improvement research practices. particular, in the field hypersexuality where societal norms have been influential, might advance goals objectivity research. We propose that should: firstly, take into account relevant subpopulations; secondly, use Item Response Theory (IRT) to construct item banks measurement instruments; and, thirdly, measure sexual desire and related important constructs how they play out—in daily life, changing from moment moment. show comparing subpopulations can lead depathologizing normative, but highly frequent, behavior. Using IRT more precise instruments by assessment characteristics individual items. Measuring as an inherently fluctuating process everyday part emotion regulation processes, direct towards associations other methods miss. Bringing practice our three proposals procure a number advantages. illustrate these advantages mainly suggestions also be beneficial general.