7 research-based resolutions that will help strengthen your relationship in the year ahead
Psychology studies suggest a variety of ways you can strengthen your bond and increase your satisfaction with your partner.
Dec. 28, 2020 • ~8 min
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Flexibility is key for happy families and couples
Being emotionally flexible may be one of the most important factors when it comes to maintaining happy, healthy relationships with family and partners.
Nov. 25, 2020 • ~7 min
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Pandemic hasn’t reshaped good or bad relationships
The pandemic hasn't really worsened or improved most relationships, a study finds, though the happiest couples may gotten a boost.
Nov. 6, 2020 • ~6 min
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Chimps focus on positive relationships in old age
Just like people, chimpanzees seek out and value companionship in increasingly positive ways as they grow older, a new study shows.
Oct. 28, 2020 • ~4 min
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Wives try to earn less? Not according to the data
A closer look at the data says no, women don't sabotage their own earnings to align with the "male breadwinner norm."
Oct. 16, 2020 • ~7 min
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Bruised masculinity can backfire in 2 ways
New research used false feedback to gauge the effect of threatened masculinity on men's relationships. The results aren't pretty.
Oct. 15, 2020 • ~6 min
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‘Sexy mindset’ makes partners seem hotter
Having a "sexy mindset" can make potential partners seem more attractive and reduce fears of rejection, researchers report.
Sept. 23, 2020 • ~9 min
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Perfectionism may drive some ‘helicopter’ parents
New research links perfectionism and over-parenting. The effects of this "helicopter" parenting include psychological distress, narcissism, and alcohol and drug use.
Sept. 17, 2020 • ~10 min
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Dementia caregiver depression grows over time
A new diagnosis of Alzheimer's or related dementia is associated with a 30% increase in depression symptoms for the caregiver, research finds.
Sept. 4, 2020 • ~6 min
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