Research Spotlight

We’ve all heard how “opposites attract." But we're also told that “birds of a feather flock … [Read more...] about Do “Birds of a Feather Go Together” or “Opposites Attract”?

Why do we make sacrifices for our loved ones? Research tells us that our commitment is what … [Read more...] about “I’d Do Anything (I Can) For You”: Sacrifice Requires More than Just Motivation

It has been well-documented that perceived support is associated with better health and … [Read more...] about When Friends’ “Help” Hurts

Along with all the great things that result from close relationships, the bond between two people … [Read more...] about “Please Forgive Me”: The Upside of Guilt

Although passionate love typically decreases over time,1 are there things couples can do to keep the … [Read more...] about Self-Expansion: A Key for Lasting Love?

In this symposium at the 2015 SPSP meeting, four researchers (including Tim Loving and Fred Clavel, … [Read more...] about It’s Not Just About You and Me: How Social Networks Impact Relationships

As a 40-something, married father of two, I’ve experienced a lot of transitions in my life, … [Read more...] about Catching Fertility

On Friday I went to a great talk by Dr. Matthew Killingsworth wherein he gave us some data-based pro … [Read more...] about Want to Increase Your Happiness? Science says…

Thursday during the sexuality preconference, Gurit Birnbaum and Eli Finkel gave a talk about how the … [Read more...] about How Sex Changes Across Stages in Relationships

Insecurities: we’ve all got a few. They’re those intrusive thoughts people have about mistakes they … [Read more...] about Expressing Your Insecurities to Your Partner Can Actually Create More Insecurities. Here’s Why.

Changes in sexual politics have left men mystified about how to behave when shopping for … [Read more...] about Lingerie Shopping with Men

In a prior post we told you what gifts were identifed as the perfect gifts for women on Valentine's … [Read more...] about Survey Says: What Do Men Want for Valentine’s Day?

Okay, so you've figured out that you're going to give your partner a thoughtful, romantic gift … [Read more...] about Survey Says: What Do Women Want for Valentine’s Day?

One of the reasons people indicated that they hate Valentine’s Day is because it’s too commercial. … [Read more...] about Survey Says: How Do People Prefer to Receive Valentine’s Day Gifts

In order for the scientific discipline of psychology to exist, we need participants who are willing … [Read more...] about Sign Me Up: How Participating in Break-Up Research Helps Coping

(click here to read the first part in this series: How You Doin’? Self-Esteem Affects How People … [Read more...] about Self-Esteem Affects When People Flirt

The holidays are a time of great happiness, joy and cheer…or so we are told. As a matter of fact, if … [Read more...] about Is Your Holiday Happiness Influenced By Social Media?

We’ve written extensively about attachment styles1 in romantic relationships (for example, read here … [Read more...] about Are Americans Becoming Less Secure?

As the gift giving swings into full gear, the pressure is on to find that perfect gift for your … [Read more...] about This Holiday Season, Get Your Romantic Partner Exactly What He or She Wants