Relationships and Sexual Health

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.

A new study finds that people with avoidant attachment styles toward their parents are more likely to be childfree, offering insight into how early emotional bonds may shape decisions about parenthood.

People who are better at understanding and managing emotions tend to have more fulfilling sexual relationships, a new study finds. Emotional intelligence was linked to less relationship anxiety, more comfort with touch, and fewer signs of sexual behavior problems.

New research highlights the psychological tradeoffs of dating app use among young adults. People with social appearance anxiety and rejection sensitivity report greater perceived benefits—but also show higher levels of problematic use.

A new study suggests that growing up in unpredictable environments can shape how people relate to God. The findings show that early instability is linked to insecure attachment to God, which may reduce feelings of divine forgiveness and limit the...

In a series of studies, men showed stronger aversion than women to high inequality when thinking about finding a life partner. The results suggest that inequality shapes mating prospects differently for each sex.

Artificial intelligence is transforming pornography by giving users unprecedented control over what they watch, create, and interact with, a new study finds.

New research highlights the importance of feeling sexually supported by a partner, linking it to greater sexual need fulfillment and higher relationship satisfaction.

Research published in the Journal of Marriage and Family finds that single mothers who re-partner experience a rise in life satisfaction, especially when household income improves.

New research highlights a link between excess body weight and more severe sexuality-related disorders in women of reproductive age, with implications for mental health and quality of life.

Think success shapes your dating standards? A new study finds that factors like income, education, and age barely predict romantic expectations, while self-image matters more.

New research shows that psychedelic use is often associated with changes in romantic relationships, sexual experiences, and gender identity. The study highlights how these experiences might foster self-acceptance, authenticity, and greater connection to others.

Researchers have created the first detailed maps identifying women's erogenous and aversive zones. This study pinpoints specific areas of the breasts, vulva, and vagina crucial for pleasure or discomfort.