Dr. Robin Milhausen

Biography

Robin Milhausen is a Professor in the College of Social and Applied Human Sciences at the University of Guelph, specializing in Family Relations and Applied Nutrition. Milhausen's research focuses on understanding factors that enhance sexual relationship satisfaction and promote condom use for sexual health. She utilizes both quantitative and qualitative research methods to explore the influences of various factors such as sexual arousal, body image, and relationship duration in diverse populations, including heterosexual men and women, sexual minority women, midlife adults, and university students. Her work often relates to the factors affecting sexual desire and communication in long-term relationships, and she has extensively studied the impact of social isolation during the pandemic on sexual relationships. A member of the international Kinsey Institute’s Condom Use Research Team, Milhausen investigates the predictors and correlates of sexual health behaviors and has developed several interventions aimed at increasing the correct and consistent use of condoms. Passionate about involving undergraduate and graduate students in the research process, she encourages collaborative working styles, often mentoring students in informal settings like coffee shops. Her achievements encompass numerous publications addressing critical issues in sexual health and relationships, promoting engagement in academic research for the next generation of scholars.

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