Dating

A speed-dating study published in Personal Relationships suggests that opposites do not necessarily attract regarding extreme personalities. Evidence indicates that highly kind individuals never actually seek out malicious partners, but they simply fail to reject them.

A recent paper in the Archives of Sexual Behavior suggests asexual women tend to prioritize emotional closeness over sexual experience in partners. This provides evidence that human relationship goals follow different paths when sexual attraction is absent.

When choosing a partner, do you value wealth or kindness? A new study finds that while humans have a default preference for generosity, our priorities quickly shift toward wealth if we find ourselves in a highly unequal environment.

New research reveals a surprising trend: nations where fathers perform more childcare tend to have larger cosmetics industries. The findings suggest women may invest more in their appearance to compete for highly involved partners.

A new study using artificial intelligence suggests that while a beautiful face helps on dating apps, trying to prove you are wealthy or popular at the same time might actually hurt your chances of finding a match.

The prospect of remaining single for years can make people more willing to date someone with a dealbreaker. This new research suggests the simple expectation of being alone can lead individuals to compromise their standards.

A new study suggests that women who prioritize parenting and long-term planning are more likely to rely on others' opinions to judge men, particularly when avoiding potential partners with negative reputations.

Researchers found that women prefer mates who show "growth motivation," meaning a desire to broaden perspectives and develop wisdom. This trait signals maturity and stability, making these men more desirable for long-term commitments.

Your political party can make or break a first impression on dating apps. But a new study suggests another political trait might be even more attractive to potential partners.

Dating companies are embracing generative AI to combat user fatigue, promising features like AI concierges to make finding a partner more efficient. While users are hopeful, experts warn this technological fix could undermine the very authenticity and skills needed for...

A generation raised on smartphones is logging off dating apps in search of real-world romance. But after coming of age online and through a pandemic, many in Gen Z are discovering that making a connection face-to-face is harder than it...

While dating apps are often associated with hookups or relationships, a new study suggests people use them for many reasons, including friendship, curiosity, and emotional support. This new analysis focused on qualitative research often overlooked in large-scale surveys.

An extensive study of over 13,000 women across 144 countries explores the connection between politics and romance. The findings show clear patterns linking a woman's political orientation to her preferences for an ideal partner.

New research suggests that minimally invasive facial aesthetic treatments, such as fillers and neurotoxin injections, offer only a modest boost in perceived attractiveness. The treatments had little effect on how trustworthy, competent, or romantically desirable people were judged to be.

New research finds that men high in psychopathy and sexual desire, and women who are less picky with matches, report more sexual encounters via Tinder. The findings suggest dating apps favor fast, opportunistic mating strategies shaped by personality.