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  New Research Debunks The One Of The Greatest Myths About ‘Single Women’

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  One of the most widely held beliefs regarding casual sex is that those who enjoy it likely have poor self-worth and self-esteem. Most especially, women who enjoy casual sex are more commonly branded in this way—often being dubbed as insecure “floozies.” Given the prevalence of this stereotype, …

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  2 Things You Need To Stop Mistaking For ‘Romantic Chemistry’—By A Psychologist

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  Romantic chemistry is highly difficult to predict, let alone to define. Nevertheless, according to classical research by the renowned Dr. Helen Fisher—late biological anthropologist and research fellow at Kinsley Institute—it is still an observable neuropsychological phenomenon. Her study, …

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  A Psychologist Reveals The 4 Types Of People Considering A Divorce

  Forbes - Mark Travers

  Divorce is a deeply personal, complex and overwhelming decision. For some, it stems from intense conflict; for others, it’s a slow drift apart. A 2021 study published in the Journal of Marital and Family Therapy sheds light on this decision-making process, revealing four distinct types of …

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  2 ‘Marriage Realities’ That You Need To Accept—By A Psychologist

  Forbes - Mark Travers

  Modern society has idealized the concept of marriage to the point where many people enter it with rose-colored glasses. The reality, however, is that it isn’t always a seamless, harmonious passage. Marriage is beautiful, yes, but it’s also rife with complications. For those who aren’t therapists or …

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  1 Crucial Skill That Prevents A ‘Dead Bedroom,’ By A Psychologist

  Forbes - Mark Travers

  A “dead bedroom” or a lack of sexual intimacy can be deeply upsetting and frustrating, leaving partners feeling disconnected, undesirable and unsure about the future of their relationship. However, a new study published this September in Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin suggests that a …

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  3 Relationship Trials Couples Living With ‘BPD’ Face—By A Psychologist

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  “Borderline personality disorder” or BPD is a complex mental health condition characterized by instability in one’s mood, behavior, self-image and relationships. Individuals with BPD often have difficulty maintaining healthy, stable relationships and struggle with a deeply ingrained fear of …