Friendships are integral to human health and well being, yet researchers know very little about how people make friends. A new study investigated what people prioritize for new friendships.
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Psychology researchers have focused on the idea that people form friendships with those who are similar, familiar and nearby. But how do individual people pick those who will become their friends?
The ‘talking stage’ is a lot like traditional ‘courting’ – with some online complications. Still, it can be a great way to test the waters with a potential partner and establish healthy boundaries.
The sudden removal of ‘erotic’ features from the virtual friend app has left lovelorn users high and dry.
Psychology researchers know what kinds of behavior enhance feelings of social connection.
It’s time to stop surveying women about their experiences as rape victims, time to research the men who perpetrate these crimes and work to inebriate and isolate women.
Their culture places a high value on something many Americans don’t.
When teen romance crashes, adults often see it as trivial or “character building.” The truth is, breakups are a major cause of suicide, drug use and self-harm.
Sex education in progressive countries like The Netherlands and Switzerland emphasizes intimacy, adventure and connection. Lower rates of teen pregnancy and sexual dysfunction ensue.
The intimate needs of elderly people living in cares homes are being ignored – the system needs to change.
Sex education in American classrooms tends to focus on physical acts, disease and pregnancy. It provides little support to teenage boys for their need for emotional intimacy.
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Professor of Psychology, University of New Brunswick
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Assistant Professor of Psychological Science, Boise State University
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Lecturer in Applied Health & Social Care, Edge Hill University
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Scientia Professor of Evolution, UNSW
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Community Faculty in Psychology, Metropolitan State University
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Relationships Expert & Psychology Educator at the Queensland Centre for Domestic and Family Violence Research, CQUniversity Australia
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Associate Professor of Sociology, Director of the Public Engagement Project, UMass Amherst
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Assistant Professor of Social Psychology, University of Arizona
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Professor of Psychology, Dickinson College