Sometimes people’s eyes get wide when I tell them that I’m a psychologist who studies dreams, and … [Read more...] about Wake Up! Dreams and Relationships (Part 1 of 2)
Chemistry + Timing = Relationship Success
As the semester winds down, I like to conclude my course on interpersonal relationships with some … [Read more...] about Chemistry + Timing = Relationship Success
The Scientist (or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love Replications)
When people ask me what I do, I talk about being a professor and a social psychologist, but first … [Read more...] about The Scientist (or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love Replications)
Are You the Jealous Type?
Jealousy can be a very painful and destructive emotion. People typically feel jealous when they … [Read more...] about Are You the Jealous Type?
Late to the Game, Happier in Relationships
According to a study published in Psychological Science,1 teenagers who wait longer to have sex … [Read more...] about Late to the Game, Happier in Relationships
New Developments in Consensual Non-Monogamy Research
An up-and-coming area of relationships research examines “consensual non-monogamy”—the phenomenon in … [Read more...] about New Developments in Consensual Non-Monogamy Research
The “Big T” – Testosterone, Sexual Desire, and Mating
Dr. Robin Edelstein talked about her research on how power/dominance relates testosterone and … [Read more...] about The “Big T” – Testosterone, Sexual Desire, and Mating
SPSP Coverage, Broadcasting from N’awlins
Greetings from The Big Easy! Many of us at ScienceOfRelationships.com belong to an organization … [Read more...] about SPSP Coverage, Broadcasting from N’awlins
I Get BUY With A Little Help From My Friends.
Imagine you’re buying a new cell phone. Would you rather have a ton of different options or only 1-2 … [Read more...] about I Get BUY With A Little Help From My Friends.
The “Halo” of Hot Women
When you see a really attractive woman, you might be struck by her beauty, but does her beauty … [Read more...] about The “Halo” of Hot Women
Liberal or Conservative? Obey Your Mom and Dad
Political scientists often wonder what makes someone liberal versus conservative. Fortunately, there … [Read more...] about Liberal or Conservative? Obey Your Mom and Dad
“Stay Close to Me” – Attachment, Terror Management, and Symbolic Immortality in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows
I recently watched the last film in the Harry Potter series on DVD (after seeing it twice in … [Read more...] about “Stay Close to Me” – Attachment, Terror Management, and Symbolic Immortality in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows
Monkey See, Monkey Do (and by “Do” We Mean “Have Sex”)
Recently, we reviewed research that indicates portrayals of sex in pop culture (e.g., movies, TV) … [Read more...] about Monkey See, Monkey Do (and by “Do” We Mean “Have Sex”)
Sometimes a Cigar is Just An…Unsupportive Partner
Ever dream about your significant other? What was the dream like? Was it happy or painful? For my … [Read more...] about Sometimes a Cigar is Just An…Unsupportive Partner
The Hookup Culture
At the recent conference on relationships research that many of us attended (see posts here), some … [Read more...] about The Hookup Culture
“Hooking Up” – What is it Exactly?
“Hooking up” has become a catch-all phrase in our culture to describe casual romantic or sexual … [Read more...] about “Hooking Up” – What is it Exactly?
How Does Your Attachment Influence Your Sexual Relationships?
I saw a symposium of researchers who used attachment theory to explain differences in sexual … [Read more...] about How Does Your Attachment Influence Your Sexual Relationships?
Coming to You Live from Chicago, it’s IARR!
Greetings from The Windy City. Many of us at Science of Relationships are part of an organization … [Read more...] about Coming to You Live from Chicago, it’s IARR!
Was Barack Obama “Avoidant” in His Youth?
A newly released biography of Barack Obama by David Maraniss has drawn attention (see coverage here … [Read more...] about Was Barack Obama “Avoidant” in His Youth?
The Dependency Paradox
Those who know me best understand that I am a deeply philosophical person. One of my favorite topics … [Read more...] about The Dependency Paradox
