Relationships and Sexual Health

A new study published in the journal Social Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience provides evidence that the human brain processes romantic partners differently than close friends, specifically within the reward system. The research suggests that while the brain creates a unique...

A new study published in the Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin suggests that having a sense of power in a relationship promotes sexual assertiveness, while perceiving a partner as powerful fosters a willingness to accommodate their needs. The findings indicate...

By analyzing 175 couples, researchers have identified the primary psychological pathway linking emotional intelligence to relationship satisfaction. The findings point to the critical role of extrinsic emotion regulation, specifically the act of valuing.

Despite being a major life stressor, divorce does not appear to leave a lasting physical imprint on brain structure or increase dementia risk biomarkers, according to new research.

Do same-sex couples face the same marital challenges as opposite-sex pairs? New data indicates that the drivers of relationship stability shift depending on who is marrying whom, particularly regarding finances and origin.

Researchers found that days with sex are generally days with less stress, but there is a catch. If the encounter is driven by this specific motivation, it is associated with feeling worse the next day.

For some couples, digital erotica isn't a solo act. New research indicates that partners who watch erotic webcams together often experience improved communication and a refreshed sense of novelty in their relationships.

Do you love holding hands but your partner doesn't? New research suggests that mismatched styles don't doom a relationship. The total volume of affection shared drives happiness more than compatibility does.

New research suggests early physical contact, like hugging or hand-holding, fosters kindness later in life. Adolescents who recalled being held often had more secure attachments to their mothers, which predicted higher levels of compliant prosocial behavior.

Most people think memory is like a video recording, but new research suggests otherwise. A study shows that young adults remember their childhoods differently depending on how well they get along with their parents right now.

New research suggests women experience a distinct dip in sexual desire during the implantation window. Scientists believe this decrease may be an evolutionary adaptation to protect the body from infection when the immune system is naturally suppressed.

A new meta-analysis reveals that insecure attachment styles are associated with vulnerable narcissism, while grandiose narcissism appears largely unrelated to these adult relationship patterns.

Researchers examining couples found that having a sense of power is associated with better sexual experiences. The data show that having a powerful partner also predicts higher satisfaction, challenging the idea that power is a zero-sum game.

Many young adults struggle to name genital parts correctly, but those who can tend to have better sexual outcomes. A new study finds links between anatomical vocabulary, sexual satisfaction, and confidence.