- Research indicates that Polish women are more likely to engage in riskier sexual behaviors after moving to the UK - The study shows they are three times more likely to exchange sexual favors - It also reveals that 40% of respondents reported experiencing significant stress.
According to recent research, Polish women are reportedly more inclined to engage in casual and risky sexual behaviors after settling in the United Kingdom. The findings suggest a notable increase in these activities compared to their lifestyle in Poland.
The study indicates that young Polish women reported having four times more sexual activity after moving to the UK, compared to when they lived in Poland, where traditional Catholic values are more prevalent.
Not only did the study find that Polish women were having more frequent sexual encounters, but it also suggested that they were engaging in riskier practices, such as group activities and swinging, and were more likely to cheat on a partner.
Grazyna Czubinska, who conducted the study at the Polish University Abroad in London, stated: "It was surprising to see that Polish women have significantly more frequent sexual interactions in the UK compared to Poland."
"Additionally, women are exploring various ways to fulfill their needs, including group activities and online connections," she added. She noted that while alcohol often plays a role in Poland, in the UK, drug use appears to be a more common factor contributing to such behaviors.
The study found that the average sexual behaviors of Polish women in the UK are twice as risky as those they might engage in at home, with a greater likelihood of infidelity as well.
Ms. Czubinska also reported that Polish migrants were three times more likely to engage in or offer sexual favors in exchange for benefits, often for shared living arrangements, domestic tasks, or support.
The study also revealed that 40% of the participants reported experiencing significant stress, including "high levels of nervous tension."
Dr. Agata Smolen from Warsaw’s Medical University commented that factors like language barriers, financial challenges, and separation from family or partners often contribute to elevated stress levels among migrants.
Magdalena Konieczna, 32, who spent three years working in the UK before returning to Poland, suggested that loneliness might also play a role in why Polish immigrants may appear more open to casual relationships.
She explained, "When you’re living abroad, it’s easy to feel vulnerable and isolated, which can lead to behavior you might not consider back in Poland."
"Polish women tend to dress elegantly and carry themselves with confidence, which often attracts attention. Likewise, British men might appear more appealing compared to what many Polish women are accustomed to back home."
"Sometimes, coping with homesickness involves meeting new people, socializing, and enjoying life, which can naturally lead to romantic encounters," she added, citing the limited sex education in Poland as another factor contributing to riskier choices abroad.
"Many girls understand basic concepts, but they may not be as aware of the potential risks associated with multiple partners," Konieczna noted.
Ola Kaminska, 26, who spent two years working in Birmingham, observed that this behavior isn’t unique to Polish women abroad. "You see similar behavior among young people on vacations or in countries like Italy and Germany," she said.
"Young people are naturally curious and more open to experiences," she concluded. The Polish University Abroad, established in Paris in 1939 to provide educational opportunities for exiled Poles, conducted this survey anonymously among 500 respondents.