Researchers frequently search for variables that are linked with healthy couple relationships. Previous studies have provided evidence that variables such as relationship satisfaction, an active, satisfying sex life, and stress are associated with one another, though the precise nature of these relationships remains unclear. The current study used quantitative data from 1,849 participants in
... [Show full abstract] male-female committed romantic relationships to explore whether an active, satisfying sex life mediated the relationship between stress and relationship satisfaction. Results indicated that stress was negatively associated with relationship satisfaction, sexual activity was positively associated with relationship satisfaction, and sexual activity mediated the relationship between stress and relationship satisfaction.