Relationships and Sexual Health

A recent study found that emophilia is a distinct psychological trait, not heavily correlated with other personality traits, and is linked to a higher number of romantic relationships and instances of infidelity.

Daily intimacy significantly enhances sexual desire, satisfaction, and reduces distress, with these benefits persisting up to 12 months, highlighting intimacy's crucial role in long-term sexual well-being.

A study found that female orgasms significantly boost perceptions of male masculinity, especially in men with low testosterone, while using Viagra without erectile dysfunction can reduce these perceptions.

New research has identified 11 major disadvantages of intimate relationships, including less freedom, emotional cost, and fights, with perceptions varying by demographics such as gender, age, and relationship status.

People with more sexual partners or casual relationship histories are judged less favorably, with men receiving harsher evaluations than women for similar sexual behaviors, according to new research.

Constricted pupils enhance perceived attractiveness due to increased brightness, regardless of eye color or image color, as consistently shown across multiple experiments.

New research shows that mostly heterosexual and bisexual women display male-like traits, such as greater openness to casual sex and higher psychopathy, suggesting distinct characteristics for different sexual orientation groups rather than a simple continuum.

New research reveals that commitment, not passion or intimacy, deters infidelity, highlighting that personal tendencies drive the decision to be unfaithful.

Ginger consumption is linked to increased sexual desire, with potential benefits for sexual function by enhancing arousal and potentially reducing disgust-related sexual inhibition.

Adolescents today are more likely to be single and more satisfied with singlehood than those from a decade ago, according to new psychology research.

While couples who believe their relationship is "destined to be" are initially more satisfied, those who believe that relationships grow through effort maintain higher satisfaction over time.

Recent research published in the Journal of Adolescent Health has found that sexting does not contribute to an increase in depression symptoms or conduct problems among adolescents over time.

A recent review suggests that while some survivors of childhood sexual abuse may find healing through BDSM, others could risk retraumatization due to its intense dynamics. Overall, the relationship between BDSM and past trauma is complex and needs more research...

New research has identified "Super Synchronizers," individuals whose enhanced ability to synchronize physiological responses makes them more attractive, suggesting that synchrony plays a role in human romantic attraction.

A study reveals men avoid discussing pornography use more than other sensitive topics, which is linked to lower sexual satisfaction. Women showed no similar pattern, highlighting significant gender differences in communication and relationship dynamics.