Researchers asked more than 1000 U.S. married couples about their desired and actual sexual … [Read more...] about Getting the Sex You Want is Good for Your Relationship
The Tall and Short of It: Does Height Matter in Dating?
When it comes to heterosexual dating preferences, does partner height matter? Data from online … [Read more...] about The Tall and Short of It: Does Height Matter in Dating?
The Grass Is Greener on the Internet: Pornography, Alternatives, and Infidelity
Unless you’ve been living under a rock for that last 20 years, you likely know that the internet is … [Read more...] about The Grass Is Greener on the Internet: Pornography, Alternatives, and Infidelity
Intimacy and Passion Go Together Like Chocolate and Peanut Butter
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Revenge and Rebound Sex: Bouncing Back, Into Bed
One of the sad truths about dating is that sometimes you get dumped, and when you do, you’re … [Read more...] about Revenge and Rebound Sex: Bouncing Back, Into Bed
Increased Commitment: A Curious Side Effect of Your Partner’s Wandering Eye
Close your eyes and imagine your girlfriend is working late with an attractive coworker that you … [Read more...] about Increased Commitment: A Curious Side Effect of Your Partner’s Wandering Eye
Valentine’s Day Sex: Extra-Special or Not-to-Be Expected?
Everyone knows that Valentine’s Day is a celebration of love, and you’d probably assume that couples … [Read more...] about Valentine’s Day Sex: Extra-Special or Not-to-Be Expected?
Who Is Expected to Plan Valentine’s Day Activities?
When it comes to making Valentine’s Day plans, who’s in charge? Is it the guy’s … [Read more...] about Who Is Expected to Plan Valentine’s Day Activities?
Making Friends: Do Their Sexual Experiences Matter?
When it comes to making same-sex friends, we tend to like others who are similar to us. … [Read more...] about Making Friends: Do Their Sexual Experiences Matter?
Building a Lasting Relationship: The Three Pillars of Commitment
When it comes to understanding the fate of any given relationship, I’d argue that knowing something … [Read more...] about Building a Lasting Relationship: The Three Pillars of Commitment
Pretty, and Fertile, in Pink
Ovulating women report increased sexual desire and preference for wearing sexy clothing compared to … [Read more...] about Pretty, and Fertile, in Pink
Knowing the Fate of Your Marriage: It’s Automatic
If I say that this post is about “unconscious feelings toward romantic partners,” you’d probably … [Read more...] about Knowing the Fate of Your Marriage: It’s Automatic
Let Me Count The Ways: 5 Reasons Commitment is Good For Your Relationship
Commitment, the big “C-word” in relationships, is defined as feeling connected to your partner, … [Read more...] about Let Me Count The Ways: 5 Reasons Commitment is Good For Your Relationship
I Cheated, Therefore I’m Not a Cheater
Most people generally believe that they are moral and good and that cheating on a partner is wrong. … [Read more...] about I Cheated, Therefore I’m Not a Cheater
I Think, Therefore You’re Satisfied
You: “I’m sorry I was late picking you up today…” Your partner responds: … [Read more...] about I Think, Therefore You’re Satisfied
Was Cookie Monster Anxiously Attached?
The notion that women cope with relationship problems or breakups by eating is … [Read more...] about Was Cookie Monster Anxiously Attached?
Another Perspective on “Speed” Dating
You might remember the 1994 movie Speed, where the characters portrayed by Keanu Reeves and Sandra … [Read more...] about Another Perspective on “Speed” Dating
She Wants To, She Wants To Not: Predicting Women’s Casual Sex in College
We’ve highlighted a fair amount of research on casual sex (see here) and hookups (see here) over the … [Read more...] about She Wants To, She Wants To Not: Predicting Women’s Casual Sex in College
Who’s (Gonna Be) Your Daddy?: Picking the Perfect Sperm Donor
What do women look for when selecting a sperm donor, and how does it differ from what they desire in … [Read more...] about Who’s (Gonna Be) Your Daddy?: Picking the Perfect Sperm Donor
Men: Play Guitar to Get a Date?
I was recently talking to a (male) friend from college, reminiscing about how all the guys in the … [Read more...] about Men: Play Guitar to Get a Date?
