Matthew D. Johnson

Demonstrators outside the U.S. Supreme Court in 2015, before the landmark Obergefell decision. AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana

Expansion of marriage rights to same‑sex couples also expanded access to the psychological benefits that come with tying the knot

A happy marriage comes with many benefits for mental and physical health. Theory and recent research suggest same-sex couples have accessed those benefits since the Supreme Court’s Obergefell decision.
It’s likeness that makes the heart grow fonder. Zediajaab

No, opposites do not attract

It’s a classic adage for those seeking love. The problem is that psychology research shows it’s just not true.
Ketika pasangan mempunyai anak, kepuasan mereka terhadap pernikahan mungkin menurun, tapi ironis, kemungkinan bercerai pun turun. Shutterstock

Bagaimana anak merusak kemesraan suami‑istri?

Banyak ibu dan bapak paham konsekuensi memiliki anak pada hubungan pernikahan. Tetapi orang muda yang sedang jatuh cinta tidak tahu ini; mereka pikir punya anak akan memperindah pernikahan.

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