Imagine you and your romantic partner are purchasing a new car together. You both prioritize safety … [Read more...] about Too Macho for the Middle? Why Guys Don’t Compromise
A Sidekick for Self-Actualization: How Our Partners Make Us Great
Just as every superhero has a hardworking, lesser-known sidekick, behind our biggest successes is … [Read more...] about A Sidekick for Self-Actualization: How Our Partners Make Us Great
Anxious-Avoidant Duos: Walking on Thin Ice in Relationships and Physical Health
While the Disney animated film “Frozen” is most famous for its lovable characters and award-winning … [Read more...] about Anxious-Avoidant Duos: Walking on Thin Ice in Relationships and Physical Health
Sharing A Room Before Sharing Vows? What You Should Know Before Cohabiting
Last August, exactly two years after my partner and I met, we got engaged. But unlike most … [Read more...] about Sharing A Room Before Sharing Vows? What You Should Know Before Cohabiting
Feeling Cold? How About a Romance Movie?
Feeling cold increases people’s liking and willingness to pay for romance movies but not other movie … [Read more...] about Feeling Cold? How About a Romance Movie?
“Are You Listening?!” Cold-Shouldering a Partner’s Successes Leaves Relationships On Ice
When something great happens in our personal lives, it’s exciting to share the event with people … [Read more...] about “Are You Listening?!” Cold-Shouldering a Partner’s Successes Leaves Relationships On Ice
“Pillow Talk” Speaks A Lot About Your Relationship
We know that the frequency of sexual activity, the quality of communication during sex, and … [Read more...] about “Pillow Talk” Speaks A Lot About Your Relationship
An Attitude of Gratitude as a Relationship Rx
Need a boost in your romantic relationship? A dose of gratitude may do the trick, according to … [Read more...] about An Attitude of Gratitude as a Relationship Rx
Optimal Stopping Theory: Finding Your Perfect Partner
Moving Together: A Sign of Relationship Chemistry
Most relationships start out as a meeting between people who don’t know each other well (if at all). … [Read more...] about Moving Together: A Sign of Relationship Chemistry
Cool Things Down to Keep Your Relationship Hot: The Importance of Conflict Recovery
Steve and Sarah – a hypothetical married couple – don’t argue often; however, when they do, they … [Read more...] about Cool Things Down to Keep Your Relationship Hot: The Importance of Conflict Recovery
Sticking Together: Executive Control Cements Strong Relationships
We can learn a lot about what makes for happy, long-lasting romantic relationships by studying the … [Read more...] about Sticking Together: Executive Control Cements Strong Relationships
Shave It Off! Baldness Boosts Your Manly Image
Bald may or may not be beautiful, but it definitely is manly according to recent … [Read more...] about Shave It Off! Baldness Boosts Your Manly Image
Likes Attract, But Do They Last? The Role of Self-Control
Partners’ level of similarity in their values, backgrounds, and life goals promotes attraction and … [Read more...] about Likes Attract, But Do They Last? The Role of Self-Control
Can Your Computer Play Cupid?
PlentyofFish. Match.com. OkCupid. eHarmony. These are just a handful of dating websites that offer … [Read more...] about Can Your Computer Play Cupid?
Wanna Make You Feel Wanted: Husbands’ Sensitive Support Predicts Relationship Outcomes
The country pop hit song “Wanted” by Hunter Hayes resonates with individuals in close relationships … [Read more...] about Wanna Make You Feel Wanted: Husbands’ Sensitive Support Predicts Relationship Outcomes
Support in Developing Friendships: Why We Give More Than We Receive
Chances are that at some point, you wanted to become closer friends with someone you liked but … [Read more...] about Support in Developing Friendships: Why We Give More Than We Receive
All You Need Is Love
When the Beatles proclaimed that “love is all you need,” little did they know these lyrics would be … [Read more...] about All You Need Is Love
