Social psychologists investigated why Facebook users post profile pics of themselves with a romantic partner and how those online displays are interpreted by others.
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Research suggests three factors equally contribute to whether people stay committed.
Having multiple romantic partners also offers greater financial and logistical support when raising children, according to research with polyamorous families.
You’ve probably heard of ‘attachment styles’ when it comes to relationships. They begin to develop as part of your early experiences with parents, and affect your relationships throughout life.
You can’t be gaslighted if you don’t get confused and you won’t get confused if you are not misled in the first place.
Canadians are almost three times more likely to desire an open relationship than to be in one, according to new research.
Even when everything’s going great in your relationship, you likely harbor some ambivalence toward your partner deep down. Psychology research suggests it’s not just OK, but normal.
It might be human nature to undervalue what’s chugging along doing fine while imagining there’s a mythical ‘best’ partner out there somewhere. A psychology researcher has advice.
Online lies can often be easy to detect, by searching for images and phone numbers and exploring social media profiles. Some people lie anyway – and countless others take the bait.
A polyamorous philosopher draws from research evidence to argue that where love is concerned, we should break all the established rules.
Psychology researchers found that daily acts of kindness were linked to increases in positive mood – especially for teens who felt depressed.
Seven rules for break up in the digital age.
It’s a classic adage for those seeking love. The problem is that psychology research shows it’s just not true.
If there were a Keltner List for relationships – as for induction to the Baseball Hall of Fame – what would be on it? A relationship scientist draws on psychology research to help you assess your love.
Jealousy works in the same old ways – even in the age of online infidelity.
Whether you want a casual fling or long-term romance could change depending on different environmental factors.
Seeking monogamy without jealousy? Try ditching the fear of your partner’s intimate connections with others and write your own relationship rules, suggests a relationship researcher.
The university sector has a relatively relaxed stance on staff-student relationships and should consider adopting standards like those for health professionals.
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.
Women experience negative effects from the objectification that’s common in our society. What happens if they try to seize the reins and elicit sexualized attention in their romantic relationships?
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