Do You Know When Your Partner is in the Mood for Sex?
Sometimes it’s obvious that our partner is interested in having sex—they might give us that … [Read more...] about Do You Know When Your Partner is in the Mood for Sex?
Why You Have Sex Matters for Your Desire and Satisfaction
Think about a time when you engaged in sex with your partner in an effort to promote a positive … [Read more...] about Why You Have Sex Matters for Your Desire and Satisfaction
Is More Sex Always Better?
When it comes to sex, the more the better right? Popular perception would suggest that the answer to … [Read more...] about Is More Sex Always Better?
What Happens When Your Partner Wants To Do It and You’re Not in the Mood?
If you’re in a long-term relationship, you probably remember the early “honeymoon period”—those … [Read more...] about What Happens When Your Partner Wants To Do It and You’re Not in the Mood?
To Spoon or Not to Spoon? After-Sex Affection Boosts Sexual and Relationship Satisfaction
What do you do after sex? If you don’t already, our new research suggests that you may want to spend … [Read more...] about To Spoon or Not to Spoon? After-Sex Affection Boosts Sexual and Relationship Satisfaction
The State of Your Status: Are You “Facebook Official”?
"SG" asked: When is it socially acceptable to become "Facebook Official"? Dear SG-- How visible … [Read more...] about The State of Your Status: Are You “Facebook Official”?
Are You “Creeping”? Jealousy and Partner Monitoring on Facebook
Facebook has changed the way people share information about their relationships and the way they … [Read more...] about Are You “Creeping”? Jealousy and Partner Monitoring on Facebook
Getting It On vs. Getting It Over With: How Reasons for Having Sex Impact Relationships (Part 2)
In a recent article, I discussed my research using fictional scenarios to show that perceptions of … [Read more...] about Getting It On vs. Getting It Over With: How Reasons for Having Sex Impact Relationships (Part 2)
Getting It On vs. Getting It Over With: How Reasons for Having Sex Impact Relationships (Part 1)
Sex plays an important role in overall relationship happiness.1 But, is simply having sex enough to … [Read more...] about Getting It On vs. Getting It Over With: How Reasons for Having Sex Impact Relationships (Part 1)
How Sleep Influences Your Relationship
How did you sleep last night? Did you wake up this morning feeling refreshed and energized, or were … [Read more...] about How Sleep Influences Your Relationship
What Does It Mean to “Make Sex Normal”?
While writing last week’s article about the importance of sex in relationships, I started thinking … [Read more...] about What Does It Mean to “Make Sex Normal”?
Is Sex Allowed to Be Important in a Romantic Relationship?
A recent article in Wall Street Journal (WSJ) by Elizabeth Bernstein, How Often Should Married … [Read more...] about Is Sex Allowed to Be Important in a Romantic Relationship?
Does Sexual Narcissism Lead to a Better Sex Life?
If I asked you to list the qualities that make for a good sexual partner, what would you say? Maybe … [Read more...] about Does Sexual Narcissism Lead to a Better Sex Life?
Do Those Who Buy Together Stay Together? Treating Homeownership as a Relationship Decision
My fiance is a mortgage broker, and recently we decided to combine our two passions (mine = … [Read more...] about Do Those Who Buy Together Stay Together? Treating Homeownership as a Relationship Decision
What if You Never Met Your Partner?
Occasionally, I imagine what my life would be like if I didn’t have my partner. I’ll even imagine … [Read more...] about What if You Never Met Your Partner?
Hot and Heavy or Slow and Steady: Changing Our Perspective on Love
In a recent New York Times article, psychology professor Sonja Lyubomirsky challenged ideals about … [Read more...] about Hot and Heavy or Slow and Steady: Changing Our Perspective on Love
How Sleep Impacts Our Romantic Relationships
How well did you sleep last night? It turns out that your answer may have implications for your … [Read more...] about How Sleep Impacts Our Romantic Relationships
Do a Person’s Reasons for Having Sex Influence Their Partner’s Relationship Quality?
I kicked off SPSP this year by attending the close relationships pre-conference where Dr. Emily … [Read more...] about Do a Person’s Reasons for Having Sex Influence Their Partner’s Relationship Quality?
Are There Benefits to Making Sexual Changes for your Partner?
Over the course of a romantic relationship, there are bound to be times when your sexual interests … [Read more...] about Are There Benefits to Making Sexual Changes for your Partner?
