Non-monogamy and open relationships
Everything filed under structures in our relationships coverage, the 16 reports filed on it so far.
Anger Can Be a Good Emotion for Relationships
Psychologies magazine reports that anger, often misunderstood, is a vital emotion that can foster assertiveness and protect wellbeing in...
How small annoyances trigger stress and damage relationships
Psychologists explain why minor daily irritations can spiral into significant stress, harming personal wellbeing and relationships, and offer...
Couple says open marriage strengthens their long-term bond
A couple with three children explains how ethical non-monogamy has helped them maintain intimacy and see each other as partners, not only co-parents...
Nostalgia for Ex-Partners Boosts Current Relationship
A psychology study finds that nostalgic reflection on past or current romantic partners increases satisfaction in present relationships, challenging
Study: Singles, unhappy partners bond more
New research finds single people and those dissatisfied with their relationships form stronger romantic attachments to fictional media characters
Why Embracing Being Wrong Helps Relationships
A psychotherapist explains that fear of being wrong is a biological threat response, often rooted in childhood, which can hold people back from...
Navigating Jealousy in Long-Term Relationships
A new survey finds 70% of adults experience recurring jealousy in long-term partnerships. Relationship experts explain how to understand the...
Open Sexual Attitudes Predict Higher
A study of 475 young adults in Colombia finds that favorable attitudes toward masturbation, oral sex, and anal sex predict higher sexual pleasure
Psychology of Cheating in Relationships
A new study reveals how monogamous and polyamorous people imagine having two partners, finding most prefer similar, well-rounded partners, but...
Psychology: Partner comparisons shift
New research shows people in new relationships compare abilities to check equity, while those in longer relationships compare opinions for...
Women Face Higher Risks of Partner Violence During Weeks Their Partners Cheat
A study found that women are more likely to experience violence from their intimate partners when their partners are having another sexual partner...
Understanding the Roots of Infidelity: How Childhood Experiences Can Contribute to Affairs
A psychotherapist explains how early life experiences can influence adult relationships and increase the likelihood of infidelity
Bedside Battle: Should Partners Swap Sides?
A couple's disagreement over who should sleep on which side of the bed sparks a debate about compromise and comfort in relationships.
Rediscovering the Joy of Postcard Writing in Middle Age
A writer reflects on how sending and receiving postcards has improved her relationships, attention span, and art skills, and how it has become a...
Public Displays of Affection Linked to Stronger Relationships, Study Finds
A recent study published in the journal Plos One suggests that public displays of affection are associated with higher-quality romantic...
Preparing to Re-enter Dating After Years of Abstinence
A reader seeking advice on restarting dating after an eight-year hiatus shares concerns about anxiety, financial insecurity, and cultural...