The editorial discusses the sample size policy for qualitative studies using in-depth interviews in the Archives of Sexual Behavior. It acknowledges the increasing use of qualitative methods in the journal and the common question of how large a sample size should be. The editorial explains that qualitative research often uses smaller samples because it focuses on in-depth understanding and meaning, rather than generalization. The concept of saturation is emphasized as the key factor in determining sample size, which is when no new data is collected. Factors influencing saturation include population homogeneity, selection criteria, budget, and researcher experience. While some experts argue that the number of interviews is not the main issue, others suggest a minimum of 5-50 participants. The Archives of Sexual Behavior recommends a minimum of 25-30 participants to achieve saturation and redundancy. This recommendation is based on the need to thoroughly examine research questions, clarify relationships between categories, and explore negative cases. The policy does not apply to other qualitative methods like content analysis or phenomenology. The journal aims to provide clarity on sample size expectations for grounded theory and in-depth interview studies.The editorial discusses the sample size policy for qualitative studies using in-depth interviews in the Archives of Sexual Behavior. It acknowledges the increasing use of qualitative methods in the journal and the common question of how large a sample size should be. The editorial explains that qualitative research often uses smaller samples because it focuses on in-depth understanding and meaning, rather than generalization. The concept of saturation is emphasized as the key factor in determining sample size, which is when no new data is collected. Factors influencing saturation include population homogeneity, selection criteria, budget, and researcher experience. While some experts argue that the number of interviews is not the main issue, others suggest a minimum of 5-50 participants. The Archives of Sexual Behavior recommends a minimum of 25-30 participants to achieve saturation and redundancy. This recommendation is based on the need to thoroughly examine research questions, clarify relationships between categories, and explore negative cases. The policy does not apply to other qualitative methods like content analysis or phenomenology. The journal aims to provide clarity on sample size expectations for grounded theory and in-depth interview studies.