It might be human nature to undervalue what’s chugging along doing fine while imagining there’s a mythical ‘best’ partner out there somewhere. A psychology researcher has advice.
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Online lies can often be easy to detect, by searching for images and phone numbers and exploring social media profiles. Some people lie anyway – and countless others take the bait.
A polyamorous philosopher draws from research evidence to argue that where love is concerned, we should break all the established rules.
Psychology researchers found that daily acts of kindness were linked to increases in positive mood – especially for teens who felt depressed.
Seven rules for break up in the digital age.
It’s a classic adage for those seeking love. The problem is that psychology research shows it’s just not true.
If there were a Keltner List for relationships – as for induction to the Baseball Hall of Fame – what would be on it? A relationship scientist draws on psychology research to help you assess your love.
Jealousy works in the same old ways – even in the age of online infidelity.
Whether you want a casual fling or long-term romance could change depending on different environmental factors.
Seeking monogamy without jealousy? Try ditching the fear of your partner’s intimate connections with others and write your own relationship rules, suggests a relationship researcher.
The university sector has a relatively relaxed stance on staff-student relationships and should consider adopting standards like those for health professionals.
When teen romance crashes, adults often see it as trivial or “character building.” The truth is, breakups are a major cause of suicide, drug use and self-harm.
Women experience negative effects from the objectification that’s common in our society. What happens if they try to seize the reins and elicit sexualized attention in their romantic relationships?
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Professor of Psychology, Monmouth University
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Professor of Psychology, University of New Brunswick
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Associate Deputy Vice Chancellor, Research Training and Development, RMIT University
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Associate Clinical Professor of Psychology, Harvard University
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Professor in Social Psychology / Relationship Science, Deakin University
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Principal Advisor, Policy and Strategy, School of Graduate Research, RMIT University
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Scientia Professor of Evolutionary Ecology; Academic Lead of UNSW's Grand Challenges Program, UNSW Sydney
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