by Dr. Jeanne King, Ph.D.

“Complacency sex” is having sex so as to avoid the consequences of not having sex. It’s a very common practice in controlling relationships. I see it, more often than not, in the abusive relationships that come to me in professional practice.

It usually starts out innocently and as a result of the woman (in the case of heterosexual relationships) encountering the aftermath of refusing sex. She could be met with her controlling husband’s inquisition…his self-pity…his retaliation.

To read the complete article, visit Sex and Control – The 5 Dangers of Complacency Sex in Controlling Relationships

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