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Can You Spot The Cheater? It Should Only Take You a Few Minutes
The next time you see a couple together, take a few minutes to observe how the partners interact … [Read more...] about Can You Spot The Cheater? It Should Only Take You a Few Minutes
Social Influence and Teen Sex: What Matters and What Doesn’t
American parents often worry that their adolescent children are susceptible to their friends’ … [Read more...] about Social Influence and Teen Sex: What Matters and What Doesn’t
“Can You Tell That I’m in a Relationship”? Relationship Visibility on Facebook
Think about the last time you were on Facebook. You probably noticed “that couple” – the person who … [Read more...] about “Can You Tell That I’m in a Relationship”? Relationship Visibility on Facebook
Oxytocin – The Love Hormone: Relationship Matters Podcast 37
The new season of SAGE’s “Relationship Matters” podcast has begun! Hosted by Dr. … [Read more...] about Oxytocin – The Love Hormone: Relationship Matters Podcast 37
Breaking-Up Bad: Break-Ups, Crime, Drug Use, and Drinking
Break-ups are difficult and can lead a person to engage in a variety of negative behaviors designed … [Read more...] about Breaking-Up Bad: Break-Ups, Crime, Drug Use, and Drinking
Diamonds Aren’t Forever: Expensive Rings and Weddings May Lead to Relationship Problems
My husband and I got hitched this past June, which I can honestly say was one of the happiest and … [Read more...] about Diamonds Aren’t Forever: Expensive Rings and Weddings May Lead to Relationship Problems
Date Night Done Right: How To Maximize the Effects of Spending Time Together
There’s a lot of evidence from research over the past 20 years that supports the conclusion that … [Read more...] about Date Night Done Right: How To Maximize the Effects of Spending Time Together
Two Key Ways That Stress Undermines Your Relationship
You experience stress nearly every day of your life. Stress can come from your job, your … [Read more...] about Two Key Ways That Stress Undermines Your Relationship
His New iPhone May Signal He’s Single and Looking to Hook-Up
Expensive smartphones are more desirable to men who are single and seeking a hook up, according to … [Read more...] about His New iPhone May Signal He’s Single and Looking to Hook-Up
Kids vs. Scantily Clad Women: Which Do New Dads Prefer and Why?
We’ve written previously that fatherhood is associated with decreased levels of testosterone in dads … [Read more...] about Kids vs. Scantily Clad Women: Which Do New Dads Prefer and Why?
Keeping the Back Burner Warm with Technology
With the pervasiveness of social media and mobile devices comes the potential to communicate with … [Read more...] about Keeping the Back Burner Warm with Technology
Rejecting People is Hard to Do: Why People Fail to Turn Down Unwanted Dates
Relationships frequently fall apart due to irreconcilable incompatibilities. Sometimes these … [Read more...] about Rejecting People is Hard to Do: Why People Fail to Turn Down Unwanted Dates
Break Up Kindly With Compassionate Love
No matter how you slice it, breakups are not much fun -- someone usually ends up getting hurt. … [Read more...] about Break Up Kindly With Compassionate Love
Who Falls in Love the Easiest?
Millions of people take to the bars, coffee shops and internet sites of the world looking for love. … [Read more...] about Who Falls in Love the Easiest?
Infographic: The 10 Most Interesting Dating Studies of 2014
We’re always looking for fun new ways to share relationship science with our readers. So when the … [Read more...] about Infographic: The 10 Most Interesting Dating Studies of 2014
Sexual Satisfaction: Do You and Your Partner Have to be the SAME Shade of Grey?
Are you satisfied with “vanilla” sex? Or do you seek the thrill of kink in the bedroom with your own … [Read more...] about Sexual Satisfaction: Do You and Your Partner Have to be the SAME Shade of Grey?
For Richer: How Your Spouse Influences Your Job Success
Picking a romantic partner with the “right” characteristics can be difficult, but it is also … [Read more...] about For Richer: How Your Spouse Influences Your Job Success
“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
Staying Friends After a Breakup: Commitment Matters
Being in a committed romantic relationship involves feelings of intimacy and attachment between … [Read more...] about Staying Friends After a Breakup: Commitment Matters