Relationships and Sexual Health

Working from home might be convenient, but it can also harm your romantic partnership. Researchers found that mismatched work-life boundaries cause stress and mutual loneliness, which can ultimately lead couples to consider separating.

When evaluating potential dates, people do not simply tally up positive and negative qualities. Research shows that a single highly attractive characteristic often outweighs other factors, heavily influencing our final romantic choices.

A new study reveals that a happy romantic relationship and a sense of financial security are independently linked to better physical and mental health. The findings suggest that both domains are important, but neither replaces the other.

People who love dominating their romantic rivals share a universal psychological profile. A new study spanning three countries links this competitive dating drive to higher aggression, thrill-seeking behavior, and a greater willingness to undergo cosmetic surgery.

Can love protect us from the fear of dying? A new psychology study suggests that healthy romantic relationships act as an existential shield, reducing death anxiety in women by giving them a deeper sense of meaning.

Do you prefer a romantic partner who is taller or shorter than you? A new psychology survey reveals that placing high importance on a partner's height strongly correlates with harboring traditional, and sometimes sexist, beliefs about gender roles.

A new study using Canadian census data reveals that a neighborhood's economic and demographic conditions can predict the reproductive patterns of its residents 15 years later, offering insights into how childhood environments shape long-term family planning.

Your age, income, and local economy heavily color how you view dating and job opportunities. A new study on online daters reveals how men and women perceive gender equity, career access, and romance in completely different ways.

A new study reveals how attachment styles, personality traits, and aggressive behaviors influence romantic satisfaction. The findings show that women prioritize emotional bonds and partner traits, while men's relationship happiness is closely tied to experiences of sexual coercion.

Infidelity doesn't always end a relationship. New research shows that among couples motivated to heal, a surprising majority stay together, with many even reporting a stronger, improved bond after navigating the difficult recovery process.

A new study of newlywed couples found that people often overestimate how insecure and anxious their partners are. Researchers discovered that people routinely project their own attachment issues onto their spouse, especially if they are unhappy in the marriage.

New research provides evidence that measuring testosterone is not a reliable way to assess sexual difficulties in midlife women. Scientists discovered that while hormones subtly influence physical arousal and orgasm, they share no actual link with sexual desire.

Does living together mean you think alike? A recent study finds that couples who share similar perceptions about moving in together tend to be happier, though their views do not necessarily merge more over time.