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Sex Differences in Kissing: A Quick Review
Studies have shown that women place greater importance on kissing than do men. Females are more … [Read more...] about Sex Differences in Kissing: A Quick Review
Does Being a “Good Kisser” Really Matter?
Obviously, whether or not someone is a good kisser is important. But how important is it? … [Read more...] about Does Being a “Good Kisser” Really Matter?
Perhaps Zack and Kelly Should Not Have Gone Steady
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The Importance of Physical Affection for Relationship Satisfaction
Physical affection (e.g., hugging and kissing) is an important aspect of romantic relationships. … [Read more...] about The Importance of Physical Affection for Relationship Satisfaction
Friendship Dissolution: The Whys and Goodbyes
A friend recently asked me for advice regarding a breakup. I am accustomed to fielding such … [Read more...] about Friendship Dissolution: The Whys and Goodbyes
How a White Bear Can Teach You to Forget Your Ex
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Giving the Gift of an Experience this Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is rapidly approaching. While many people are looking forward to showing their … [Read more...] about Giving the Gift of an Experience this Valentine’s Day
Why Do We Watch Romantic Movies During Winter Storms?
If you are currently in the Northeast United States, you are probably still dealing with the … [Read more...] about Why Do We Watch Romantic Movies During Winter Storms?
Infidelity and Jealousy from an Evolutionary Perspective
When you feel as if someone poses a threat to your relationship (whether they do or not), jealousy … [Read more...] about Infidelity and Jealousy from an Evolutionary Perspective
A “Double-Shot” of Cheating
The need to belong is a basic human drive; we as humans have a pervasive desire to form and maintain … [Read more...] about A “Double-Shot” of Cheating
Misattribution in Paradise: Would the Bachelor Contestants Have Connected without all of the Arousal Inducing Dates?
Somehow, even with my reality TV addiction, I was able to evade the Bachelor for the past 19 … [Read more...] about Misattribution in Paradise: Would the Bachelor Contestants Have Connected without all of the Arousal Inducing Dates?
Polyamory: Understanding Relationship Geometry
Relationship Configurations When relationships are examined by the media and/or empirical … [Read more...] about Polyamory: Understanding Relationship Geometry
The Ghost of Relationships Past
Transference is “…a tendency in which representational aspects of important and formative … [Read more...] about The Ghost of Relationships Past
Playing Hard to Get Potentially Fried this Frog
Let’s recap: Ben and Jen, Blake and Miranda, Gavin and Gwen, Zayn and Perrie, and now Miss Piggy … [Read more...] about Playing Hard to Get Potentially Fried this Frog
Creating Closeness: In the Lab and In Real Life
Closeness in the Real Life This past Valentine’s Day social media feeds were flooded with Mandy … [Read more...] about Creating Closeness: In the Lab and In Real Life
“Clicking” with Online Dating
Once considered taboo, online dating has become a more commonplace practice amongst daters. While … [Read more...] about “Clicking” with Online Dating
From Bratz to Natural Beauties
In a previous article, I wrote about how both men and women prefer those who display neotenous … [Read more...] about From Bratz to Natural Beauties
Is Marriage Really Synonymous with Monogamy?
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