Premarital pregnancy does not predict poor marital outcomes when context is considered
A new study finds that premarital pregnancy does not predict lower marital satisfaction when couples are similar in their commitment to marriage.
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Researchers pinpoint three distinct types of reactions to breakups
A new study explores how people respond when they're dumped, revealing sadness, curiosity, and distraction as the most common reactions.
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New study finds conscientiousness linked to higher reproductive success worldwide
People who are organized and responsible tend to have more children, a new study shows—hinting at evolutionary advantages for conscientiousness.
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Many young people think sexual choking is safe — research shows it’s not
Many young Australians think sexual strangulation is safe. Experts say it’s not—and the risks are serious.
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Men are more distracted by sexual images than women
Researchers in the U.K. found that sexual images impair focus—and men are affected more than women.
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What people love most about sex, according to new psychology research
Sex isn’t just about physical acts. A national survey finds people cherish the emotional closeness, love, and shared pleasure of being with a partner
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A demanding work culture could be quietly undermining efforts to raise birth rates
Overtime, weekend work, and night shifts are linked to lower fertility intentions in China.
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Verbal aggression in adult relationships linked to fathers’ behavior and adolescent friendships, 20-year study finds
Childhood exposure to paternal aggression and teen friendship turmoil may predict adult romantic conflict, according to new research.
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Limbal rings make men appear healthier but not more attractive, study finds
Women perceive men with limbal rings as healthier, but not more attractive, according to a new study that clarifies previous conflicting findings on this subtle eye feature.
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Study explores psychological pathways from attachment style to love addiction
Fearful attachment may fuel love addiction, according to a study exploring how anxiety and defense mechanisms shape unhealthy romantic behaviors.
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Physical attractiveness far outweighs other traits in online dating success
In online dating, looks dominate—and surprisingly, men and women prioritize physical attractiveness the same way, according to a study of real-world swiping decisions.
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Pornography-induced arousal predicts declines in relationship satisfaction and stability, study finds
An Australian study identifies a link between sexual arousal from pornography and reduced relationship satisfaction, stability, and sexual fulfillment.
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Parents’ insecure attachment styles linked to harsh discipline of children
A new study finds links between parents’ romantic attachment styles and their use of harsh discipline, shaped by how they view their parenting role and their child’s needs.
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New study sheds light on why objectification lowers women’s relationship satisfaction
A study finds that women who feel objectified by their partners experience lower personal power, which in turn is linked to reduced relationship satisfaction.
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Study identifies two psychological factors that predict digital dating abuse
Digital dating abuse is linked to intrasexual competitiveness and low agreeableness, suggesting that rivalry and personality traits shape how people control their romantic partners online.
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