Relationships and Sexual Health

Couples who fall asleep while cuddling or touching each other report lower stress and fewer signs of insecure attachment, according to a new study. Surprisingly, people’s individual sleep preferences don’t influence how close they sleep to their partner.

Researchers have found that women who exhibit inattentive ADHD symptoms report lower orgasmic consistency during partnered sex, while those with hyperactive-impulsive symptoms may experience more consistent orgasms—underscoring the relationships between attention, distraction, and sexual satisfaction.

A new brain imaging study suggests that learning even brief personal details—such as political views or psychiatric history—can alter how attractive someone’s face appears. The brain responds by activating areas involved in processing language, values, and social meaning.

College students today still see romantic relationships as progressing through a familiar series of stages. A new study shows these perceptions have barely shifted over the past decade, even in an era defined by dating apps and shifting cultural norms.

Women who use dating apps are more likely to support cosmetic surgery—and this connection is even stronger among those who present themselves deceptively online, according to new research.

A Finnish study finds that people who consent to unwanted sex may feel closer to their partners—or more distressed—depending on motivations, communication, and past coercion. The findings offer insights into navigating sexual desire mismatches in relationships.

A massive review of studies on adolescent sexual behavior found that knowledge about safe sex does not predict condom use. Instead, early habits and open communication are key. The study analyzed data from more than 250,000 U.S. teens.

Personality traits and perceived power don’t operate the same way in every relationship. A new study suggests that identity and relationship context change how these factors influence satisfaction, challenging long-held assumptions about what makes romantic partnerships work.

Researchers have identified a strong link between impulsivity and premature ejaculation in men, particularly among those with the most severe symptoms. The study also found elevated anxiety and depression levels, suggesting a broader psychological profile for this condition.

A study published in The Laryngoscope reveals that eye movements during face evaluation can predict attractiveness judgments. Men are drawn to women’s mouths, while women are more influenced by men’s eyes and hair.

New research highlights how women’s emotional experiences during masturbation are linked to sexual satisfaction and body image.

Feeling unexpectedly grossed out by a romantic partner? A new study sheds light on “the ick,” revealing that individual traits—like how easily disgusted someone is or how high their standards are—can shape these reactions. Women reported it more often, but...

Falling in love with a virtual character might change how people feel about real-life marriage. A recent study found that these digital romances can both dampen and strengthen marriage intentions, depending on the emotional and psychological effects involved.