For decades, the idea that spending a fortune on engagement rings and weddings is good for your relationship has gone untested and largely unchallenged. But recently, a pair of economists put De Beers et al. to the test.
Is bisexuality just a phase? Can bisexual people be faithful? Does bisexuality even exist? Research is working to combat the many myths and misconceptions about this sexual identity.
You might expect differences between romantic partners to cause problems for the couple. Don’t birds of a feather flock together? But in fact, recent studies suggest that goal pursuit might be one area in which differences between romantic partners can nicely complement one another.
People’s attachment styles can explain a lot about their behavior in their relationships. But where do these attachment styles come from? Recent research suggests that early parental care plays an important role in shaping the relationships we have later in life.
When one partner invests time, energy, emotions, and other resources into the relationship, the other partner tends to appreciate that person more and is subsequently more willing to stay in that relationship.
Research suggests that owning a pet is a great way to feel more socially fulfilled, even for people who already have a number of meaningful relationships in their lives.
Why would a long-term, committed couple opt to live apart rather than together? Despite the fact that living with a romantic partner can be an amazing experience, research suggests that there may also be some meaningful benefits to living separately.
People have a tendency to judge other people's lifestyles, particularly their relationship decisions. Researchers have found that this judgment actually comes from a place of insecurity: we judge other people's choices to feel better about our own.
Find someone who responds sensitively to your feelings and your needs, and you are likely to have a much more rewarding relationship experience. Here are three key behaviors that a responsive partner is likely to display.
Couples frequently put off having children because they first want to be more financially secure. But might there be downsides to pursuing wealth before parenting?
The belief that people can change, while generally good for romantic relationships, may sometimes lead people to expect a bit too much of their partners.
In efforts to gain the affections of an attractive potential dating partner, people are willing to take on the possible partner’s negative traits themselves.
Common sense says that you should get a place that's in between you and your partner's places of work. But, according to recent research, you may want to choose a place that allows you to both travel to work in the same direction instead.
Moving in together too early can increase people’s commitment to their relationships artificially, motivating them to carry on with a partner who they otherwise would have broken up with.
