A friend recently passed along the following and termed it the first date riddle: “A woman is … [Read more...] about Do People With Dark Personalities Enhance Their Physical Attractiveness?
Your Facebook Profile Picture: A Window Into Your Relationship
The information people choose to share on Facebook can provide insight into their personalities and … [Read more...] about Your Facebook Profile Picture: A Window Into Your Relationship
Let’s Talk About Sex…During Sex
“Oh yeah, that’s it, right there” “That feels good” “Don’t stop” Moaning, groaning, and … [Read more...] about Let’s Talk About Sex…During Sex
Should You Stay “Friends” With Your Ex-Partner On Facebook?
Let’s face it, Facebook has changed the way we experience romantic relationships. The widespread … [Read more...] about Should You Stay “Friends” With Your Ex-Partner On Facebook?
Are You GGG? The Benefits of Sexual Communal Strength
GGG is a term coined by sex columnist Dan Savage to represent the qualities that he thinks make a … [Read more...] about Are You GGG? The Benefits of Sexual Communal Strength
Opening Up: Challenging Myths about Consensual Non-Monogamy
What do sex columnist Dan Savage and politician Newt Gingrich have in common? Probably not a lot, … [Read more...] about Opening Up: Challenging Myths about Consensual Non-Monogamy
I Kissed a Girl and HE Liked It: Heterosexual Women and Same-Sex Activities
Have you ever seen two girls (presumed to be heterosexual) making out at a party or bar? If so, you … [Read more...] about I Kissed a Girl and HE Liked It: Heterosexual Women and Same-Sex Activities
Sexting and Relationship Development
Today I kicked off the IARR conference and my first full day in Chicago by participating in a … [Read more...] about Sexting and Relationship Development
Is Long-Term Love Possible?
If you want to read about love and marriage you've got to buy two separate books. ~ Alan … [Read more...] about Is Long-Term Love Possible?
Supersize Me: Does Penis Size Matter to Women?
Media portrayals of sexuality perpetuate the notion that, when it comes to penises, bigger is … [Read more...] about Supersize Me: Does Penis Size Matter to Women?
The Importance of What Happens After Sex
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The Ins and Outs of Sexual Frequency
People have a lot of questions when they learn that I study sex and relationships. One of the most … [Read more...] about The Ins and Outs of Sexual Frequency
Are We Facebook “Official”?
In the movie The Social Network, Mark Zuckerberg deems the relationship status section of users’ … [Read more...] about Are We Facebook “Official”?
Online Dating: The Paradox of Choice
As discussed in a previous post, some relationship scientists seriously doubt the effectiveness of … [Read more...] about Online Dating: The Paradox of Choice
Are You a Booty Call or a Friend with Benefits?
Spring break season is upon us, and as I discussed in a previous post, one thing that people … [Read more...] about Are You a Booty Call or a Friend with Benefits?
Get Your Facebook Profile Ready for Valentine’s Day
What should you do to get ready for Valentine’s Day? According to YourTango, you should delete … [Read more...] about Get Your Facebook Profile Ready for Valentine’s Day
Too Sexy for Your Peers: Women’s Indirect Aggression Towards Other Women
Research1 suggests that women who wear sexy clothing and show cleavage alienate other women. While … [Read more...] about Too Sexy for Your Peers: Women’s Indirect Aggression Towards Other Women
Can a Kiss Predict the Future?
According to the superstition, the person you kissed at midnight on New Year’s Eve is the one you’ll … [Read more...] about Can a Kiss Predict the Future?
Erotic Photos: A Holiday Gift Both You and Your Partner will Appreciate?
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The Third Date Rule: Fact or Fiction?
“This is our third date, and we both know what that means.” “We do?” “Sex.” On a classic … [Read more...] about The Third Date Rule: Fact or Fiction?
