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- August 14, 2012
- 10:28 PM
- 285 views
Do pick-up tactics really work?
by eHarmony Labs in eHarmony Labs Blog
Hey baby, are you from Tennessee? Because you’re the only ten I see!... Read more »
Hall, J. A., & Canterberry, M. (2011) Sexism and assertive courtship strategies. Sex Roles, 840-853. DOI: 10.1007/s11199-011-0045-y
- July 31, 2012
- 06:25 PM
- 239 views
Who should make the first move?
by eHarmony Labs in eHarmony Labs Blog
When it comes to online dating, who should make the first move? You or them? ... Read more »
Rosen, L. D., Cheever, N. A., Cummings, C., & Felt, J. (2008) The impact of emotionality and self-disclosure on online dating versus traditional dating. Computers in Human Behavior, 24(5), 2124-2157. DOI: 10.1016/j.chb.2007.10.003
- July 24, 2012
- 08:48 PM
- 189 views
Social Networking Use and Your Relationship
by eHarmony Labs in eHarmony Labs Blog
So you’ve been dating your new love for over a month now and they still haven’t changed their online relationship status even though you have. No biggie right? According to psychology researchers, this may have some implications. ... Read more »
Papp LM, Danielewicz J, & Cayemberg C. (2012) "Are we Facebook official?" Implications of dating partners' Facebook use and profiles for intimate relationship satisfaction. Cyberpsychology, behavior and social networking, 15(2), 85-90. PMID: 21988733
- July 19, 2012
- 05:48 PM
- 168 views
Talk Your Way into Better Sex!
by eHarmony Labs in eHarmony Labs Blog
Is your sex life unsatisfying? Read on to find out how to solve this tricky dilemma. ... Read more »
Mary P. Kelly, Donald S. Strassberg,, & and Charles M. Turner. (2004) Communication and Associated Relationship Issues in Female Anorgasmia. Journal of Sex , 263-276. DOI: 10.1080/00926230490422403
- July 11, 2012
- 11:46 AM
- 297 views
Read this before you Consider Living Together
by eHarmony Labs in eHarmony Labs Blog
Thinking about living with your partner? Find out what the research says and how to increase your chances of living happily ever after.... Read more »
Manning, W. D., & Cohen, J. A. (2012) Premarital cohabitation and marital dissolution: An examination of recent marriages. Journal Of Marriage And Family, 74(2), 377-387. DOI: 10.1111/j.1741-3737.2012.00960.x
- July 10, 2012
- 08:50 PM
- 236 views
Happier Couples Travel in the Same Direction
by eHarmony Labs in eHarmony Labs Blog
We all know commuting can be pretty bad. But can sharing aspects of your commute with your partner create a more satisfying relationship? Read here to find out.... Read more »
Xun (Irene) Huang, Ping Dong, Xianchi Dai, . (2012) Going my way? The benefits of travelling in the same direction. Journal of Experimental Social Psychology. DOI: 10.1016/j.jesp.2012.02.021
- July 3, 2012
- 06:50 PM
- 214 views
Stop hiding!
by eHarmony Labs in eHarmony Labs Blog
Are you hiding something negative about yourself from your partner? If so, it may be ruining your relationship. ... Read more »
Uysal A, Lin HL, Knee CR, & Bush AL. (2012) The association between self-concealment from one's partner and relationship well-being. Personality , 38(1), 39-51. PMID: 22109250
- June 19, 2012
- 09:05 PM
- 314 views
Men are more attracted to their female friends
by eHarmony Labs in eHarmony Labs Blog
Have you ever been attracted to a friend? If so, you are not alone. According to a recent study on cross-sex friendships, attraction to a friend is quite common especially for men more than women. Read on.... Read more »
Bleske-Rechek, A., Somers, E., Micke, C., Erickson, L., Matteson, L., Stocco, C., Schumacher, B., & Ritchie, L. (2012) Benefit or burden? Attraction in cross-sex friendship. Journal of Social and Personal Relationships, 1-28. DOI: 10.1177/0265407512443611
- June 5, 2012
- 08:49 PM
- 249 views
Improving your Relationship with Mindfulness
by eHarmony Labs in eHarmony Labs Blog
Mindfulness: Learn how being open to new experiences and alternative perspectives can improve your relationship. ... Read more »
Burpee, L., & Langer, E. (2005) Mindfulness and Marital Satisfaction. Journal of Adult Development, 12(1), 43-51. DOI: 10.1007/s10804-005-1281-6
- May 29, 2012
- 08:50 PM
- 227 views
Remaining friends with an ex: Good idea or bad idea?
by eHarmony Labs in eHarmony Labs Blog
When the romance in a relationship calls it quits, what happens to the friendship? Should it be preserved or be cut off? The verdict is still out. ... Read more »
Bullock, M., Hackathorn, J., Clark, E., & Mattingly, B. (2011) Can We Be (and Stay) Friends? Remaining Friends After Dissolution of a Romantic Relationship. The Journal of Social Psychology, 151(5), 662-666. DOI: 10.1080/00224545.2010.522624
Busboom, A., Collins, D., Givertz, M., & Levin, L. (2002) Can we still be friends? Resources and barriers to friendship quality after romantic relationship dissolution. Personal Relationships, 9(2), 215-223. DOI: 10.1111/1475-6811.00014
Schneider, C., & Kenny, D. (2000) Cross-Sex Friends Who were Once Romantic Partners: Are they Platonic Friends Now?. Journal of Social and Personal Relationships, 17(3), 451-466. DOI: 10.1177/0265407500173007
- May 22, 2012
- 08:59 PM
- 202 views
One day, my prince will come. Or, will he?
by eHarmony Labs in eHarmony Labs Blog
Are you holding out for your hero? Research investigates how fairy tale stories influence the dating world.... Read more »
Knee, C., Nanayakkara, A., Vietor, N., Neighbors, C., & Patrick, H. (2001) Implicit Theories of Relationships: Who Cares if Romantic Partners Are Less than Ideal?. Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin, 27(7), 808-819. DOI: 10.1177/0146167201277004
Tanner, L., Haddock, S., Zimmerman, T., & Lund, L. (2003) Images of Couples and Families in Disney Feature-Length Animated Films. The American Journal of Family Therapy, 31(5), 355-373. DOI: 10.1080/01926180390223987
- May 15, 2012
- 07:48 PM
- 271 views
The Five Love Languages
by eHarmony Labs in eHarmony Labs Blog
Do you speak the language of love? Read this blog to find out. ... Read more »
Fiore A, & Swensen CH. (1977) Analysis of love relationships in functional and dysfunctional marriages. Psychological reports, 40(3 Pt 2), 707-14. PMID: 866510
Punyanunt-Carter NM. (2004) Reported affectionate communication and satisfaction in marital and dating relationships. Psychological reports, 95(3 Pt 2), 1154-60. PMID: 15762395
- May 8, 2012
- 05:19 PM
- 311 views
Love Pill #9
by eHarmony Labs in eHarmony Labs Blog
Would you take a pill to save your relationship? Researchers are suggesting that this type of “medicine” might not be too far off. ... Read more »
Savulescu, J., & Sandberg, A. (2008) Neuroenhancement of Love and Marriage: The Chemicals Between Us. Neuroethics, 1(1), 31-44. DOI: 10.1007/s12152-007-9002-4
- May 4, 2012
- 04:35 PM
- 421 views
Have the rules of dating changed over the last 30 years?
by eHarmony Labs in eHarmony Labs Blog
Although the world changes quickly, does dating keep up with the times? A recent study looks at people’s ideas of dating and how they have changed over the last 30 years.... Read more »
Eaton, A., & Rose, S. (2011) Has Dating Become More Egalitarian? A 35 Year Review Using Sex Roles. Sex Roles, 64(11-12), 843-862. DOI: 10.1007/s11199-011-9957-9
- April 10, 2012
- 07:34 PM
- 305 views
Five easy ways to have more sex
by eHarmony Labs in eHarmony Labs Blog
Read on to learn easy things you can do to improve your chances in the dating world.... Read more »
Guéguen, N. (2007) Courtship compliance: The effect of touch on women's behavior. Social Influence, 2(2), 81-97. DOI: 10.1080/15534510701316177
Stirrat M, & Perrett DI. (2010) Valid facial cues to cooperation and trust: male facial width and trustworthiness. Psychological science, 21(3), 349-54. PMID: 20424067
- April 3, 2012
- 05:54 PM
- 218 views
Trusting Your Partner Can Make You Live Longer
by eHarmony Labs in eHarmony Labs Blog
Trust is an important aspect of a relationship. But how important? Recent research found trusting your partner can lead to longer life expectancy. Read here to find out why.... Read more »
SCHNEIDER, I., KONIJN, E., RIGHETTI, F., & RUSBULT, C. (2011) A healthy dose of trust: The relationship between interpersonal trust and health. Personal Relationships, 18(4), 668-676. DOI: 10.1111/j.1475-6811.2010.01338.x
- March 21, 2012
- 08:51 PM
- 247 views
Is he generous or does he just want to have sex?
by eHarmony Labs in eHarmony Labs Blog
Men use flashy goods to show their wealth, but do they show off in other ways? Generosity may also be used as a mating strategy to impress women.... Read more »
Van Vugt, M., & Iredale, W. (2012) Men behaving nicely: Public goods as peacock tails. British Journal of Psychology, 1-11. DOI: 10.1111/j.2044-8295.2011.02093.x
- March 13, 2012
- 03:23 PM
- 340 views
Unrequited love: What to do when the feeling isn’t mutual
by eHarmony Labs in eHarmony Labs Blog
What happens when you spill your guts and declare your love to a friend, only to find your advance is unrequited? Can the friendship be saved, or is it doomed? Read on to find out how to predict what will happen to your friendship.... Read more »
Soliz, J. (2009) Studies in applied interpersonal communication - Edited by Michael T. Motley. Journal of Communication, 59(3). DOI: 10.1111/j.1460-2466.2009.01445.x
- March 6, 2012
- 07:57 PM
- 233 views
The Serious Business of Being Funny: How Humor Works in the Dating World
by eHarmony Labs in eHarmony Labs Blog
Examining eHarmony users, we found a good sense of humor is one of the most sought after things in a partner for both men and women. But how do men and women use humor differently? What can a good sense of humor tell you about a person? Read here to find out.... Read more »
Wilbur CJ, & Campbell L. (2011) Humor in romantic contexts: do men participate and women evaluate?. Personality , 37(7), 918-29. PMID: 21521721
- February 28, 2012
- 07:45 PM
- 263 views
How many times do you look at a profile before communicating?
by eHarmony Labs in eHarmony Labs Blog
You are online dating. You see a profile that you like. Before you communicate, do you wait and take another look at the profile just to make sure? Most people do on average, but this depends on a number of factors. Find out more.... Read more »
Schiffrin, H., Edelman, A., Falkenstern, M., & Stewart, C. (2010) The Associations among Computer-Mediated Communication, Relationships, and Well-being. Cyberpsychology, Behavior, and Social Networking, 13(3), 299-306. DOI: 10.1089/cyber.2009.0173
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