Why You Should Tell the Truth When Canceling Plans with a Friend

According to recent research, lying about your reason for cancelling plans is the worst thing you can do. The results suggest that how cancellations are handled might matter more than whether they happen or not. “Maintaining relationships with others is important to humans, but the reality is that social anxiety exists. Living out in the…

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Feeling Obligated Can Impact Relationships During Social Distancing

In a time where many are practicing “social distancing” from the outside world, people are relying on their immediate social circles more than usual. Does a sense of obligation — from checking on parents to running an errand for an elderly neighbor — benefit or harm a relationship? A Michigan State University study found the…

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‘Clingy’ Spouses Face Greater Health Risks After Partner Dies

“Clingy” spouses — whether spending every waking moment with their partners or constantly telephoning when they’re not together — are at greater risk for heart problems and poor mental health after their spouses die, according to new research from psychologists at Rice University. “Based on our previous work, we know that there is a link…

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Men Have More Favourable Attitudes Towards Ex-partners Than Women Do

There is no shortage of research on what helps create, support and maintain a healthy intimate relationship and how the individuals involved perceive them. A new study led by Ursula Athenstaedt from the University of Graz takes a different crack at the subject. The study investigates how people look back on their former relationships after…

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