People showcase much of their public (and private!) lives via social media outlets - especially … [Read more...] about Two of a Kind?: What Facebook Profile Similarity Says About Couples
Research Spotlight
When and Why We iSnoop on Others
Even in the best relationships, individuals may find themselves lacking information about specific … [Read more...] about When and Why We iSnoop on Others
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
Infidelity in the Age of Cybersex: Discovery, Truth-Seeking, and Betrayal
Recently, the anxiety levels of millions of individuals who have been less-than-faithful to their … [Read more...] about Infidelity in the Age of Cybersex: Discovery, Truth-Seeking, and Betrayal
Do I Look Fat In These Jeans? Whose Opinion Matters Most: His, Hers or Yours?
Throughout time, the female body has been revered as an absolute representation of beauty. From … [Read more...] about Do I Look Fat In These Jeans? Whose Opinion Matters Most: His, Hers or Yours?
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
How Breaking Up Helps and Hurts You Achieve Personal Goals
Imagine that you have a personal goal, such as exercising regularly. Now, imagine you also have a … [Read more...] about How Breaking Up Helps and Hurts You Achieve Personal Goals
Who’s Hot, Who’s Not? Time Will Tell
As we’ve previously written, people tend to pair up romantically with partners who are about as … [Read more...] about Who’s Hot, Who’s Not? Time Will Tell
Is There Such A Thing As Planning Too Far Ahead?
Discussing the future of one’s romantic relationship—including the possibility of marriage—can be an … [Read more...] about Is There Such A Thing As Planning Too Far Ahead?
In Health and Illness: Your Partner’s Mood Matters
Ever felt like the moods of the people around you affect your own mood? Psychologists have long been … [Read more...] about In Health and Illness: Your Partner’s Mood Matters
How Do Romantic Relationships Get Under The Skin? Perceived Partner Responsiveness Predicts Cortisol Profiles 10 Years Later
If someone asked me to pick the most influential finding that has come out of relationship science … [Read more...] about How Do Romantic Relationships Get Under The Skin? Perceived Partner Responsiveness Predicts Cortisol Profiles 10 Years Later
From Saying “Yes” to Saying “I Do”: An Exclusive Series on Being Engaged and Getting Married
From the moment two people decide to get married through their wedding day, partners face a host of … [Read more...] about From Saying “Yes” to Saying “I Do”: An Exclusive Series on Being Engaged and Getting Married
What Are You Sharing on Facebook (and What Does It Say About You)?
Facebook status updates function as windows into our lives that allow us to share with the world. If … [Read more...] about What Are You Sharing on Facebook (and What Does It Say About You)?
See No Evil, Smell No Evil (possible alternative partners)
Individuals in committed romantic relationships tend to downplay the attractiveness of potential … [Read more...] about See No Evil, Smell No Evil (possible alternative partners)
Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed, Something Blue?
I regularly teach a college course on “Family Relationships”, which, as you’d probably guess, is … [Read more...] about Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed, Something Blue?
Cheating: It’s a Family Affair
Why do people cheat? It’s a question we get (and address) here at ScienceOfRelationship.com … [Read more...] about Cheating: It’s a Family Affair
What Do People Do on Facebook When They Are Breaking Up?
Most young adults use some form of social network, and among those platforms, Facebook is one of the … [Read more...] about What Do People Do on Facebook When They Are Breaking Up?
Face It, Recover the Self to Recover from Break-Up
Break-ups are tough. Your world changes and you may be left feeling sad, confused, and lonely; When … [Read more...] about Face It, Recover the Self to Recover from Break-Up
I (Don’t) Want 2 B w/ U: Texting, Sexting, and Avoidant Attachment
We’ve written a lot about avoidant attachment (see here and here for more on attachment), but here’s … [Read more...] about I (Don’t) Want 2 B w/ U: Texting, Sexting, and Avoidant Attachment
Knowledge About Your Adolescent’s Life: Will it Necessarily Decline Over Time? (Hint: Probably)
As we’ve reviewed previously, it’s hard for parents to fight the natural expectations kids develop … [Read more...] about Knowledge About Your Adolescent’s Life: Will it Necessarily Decline Over Time? (Hint: Probably)
