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Love or control? Study reveals how people react to suspected infidelity

Updated on Mar 13, 2025 11:05 AM IST

Fear of infidelity triggers jealousy, shaping how people behave with their partner. A study identified two major responses: expressing love or exerting control.

Jealousy comes from the fear of losing their loved ones. (Shutterstock)

How to be a safe space for your partner? 4 ways to make them feel secure

Relationship coach shared 4 ways you can tune your language to make sure your partner feels safe and valued. 

Being a safe space for your partner is important.(Shutterstock)
Updated on Mar 12, 2025 01:54 PM IST

Feeling good? Thank your partner as study says their mood affects yours

A good mood has the power to uplift each other's spirits and keep stress at bay. This study also shows why this is important for older couples.

Older couples pick on their partner's good mood. (Shutterstock)
Updated on Mar 12, 2025 12:32 PM IST

This is most 'dangerous' type of relationship, according to body language expert

Ambivalent relationships can be draining and emotionally exhausting. Here's why they are worse than toxic relationships, according to a body language expert.

Body language expert shares what the most toxic relationships are, the ones that actually leave you drained: Know all about ambivalence. (Representative picture: Freepik)
Published on Mar 11, 2025 04:50 PM IST

What went wrong in your last relationship? Psychologist notes down red flags

From gaslighting to love bombing, know the red flags to spot in a relationship.

Is your partner consistently lying to you? It's time to call out the red flags.(Shutterstock)
Published on Mar 10, 2025 07:19 PM IST

This 6-word phrase can be a warning sign that they are just not that into you

Red flag alert: What do they really mean when they say, “I don't want to hurt you”? They may believe you have more feelings for them than they have for you.

If you hear them say these words to you, it may be time to reassess the relationship and prioritize your emotional well-being. (Representative picture: Freepik)
Published on Mar 10, 2025 10:06 AM IST

Study reveals patriarchy's cost: Traditional beliefs fuel partner violence

The study advocated for the need to promote gender equality as men with traditional gender roles abuse women. 

Intimate partner violence is alarmingly widespread across the world. (Shutterstock)
Updated on Mar 09, 2025 03:32 PM IST

Orgasm pursuit gap: Study reveals the real reason why men orgasm more than women

The orgasm gap between men and women sheds light on a troubling dynamic in heterosexual intimate relations - women are left behind in the chase of orgasm. 

Women are often left unfulfilled, reporting low sexual satisfaction. (Shutterstock)
Updated on Mar 09, 2025 12:31 PM IST

Is your child lonely? Study shows how creativity helps them to make friends

Consider putting your kids in creative hobbies and classes to develop the skill of ToM, a very useful social-cognitive ability. 

Creativity is an outlet for expressing the emotions of lonely kids. (Shutterstock)
Updated on Mar 09, 2025 11:36 AM IST

Modern chivalry redefined: Mutual respect tops grand gestures in dating.

Pulling chairs and bouquets are not the only way to impress your date. Genuine respect is being valued now. 

Women are preferring real symbolic acts over grand gestures.(Shutterstock)
Updated on Mar 08, 2025 05:30 PM IST

How to support your partner during mental health struggles and come out stronger

Supporting a partner through mental health challenges requires empathy and effective communication. Here are 9 tips to help you navigate this journey.

Healing is not linear, and progress can take time. Celebrate small victories and provide reassurance during setbacks, reminding your partner that they’re not alone on this journey. (Pexels)
Published on Mar 07, 2025 03:17 PM IST

Wearing pyjamas to bed can potentially ruin your sex life: Choose this instead

Wearing pyjamas to bed may not be the most conducive to a healthy sex life. They prioritise comfort over intimacy, which can lead to decline in sexual activity.

Pyjamas can make you feel more like you're preparing for sleep than for a romantic encounter, reducing the likelihood of spontaneous intimacy. (Representative picture: Freepik)
Published on Mar 07, 2025 02:01 PM IST

Study reveals perfect number of kids to have for mother's better mental health

A study showed child raising's benefit on a mother's mental health, mitigating risk factors of major mental health disorders like bipolar and depression.

Risks of major depression and bipolar disorder get lowered. (Shutterstock)
Updated on Mar 07, 2025 11:13 AM IST

Phubbing isn’t harmless: Study shows its impact on emotional intelligence

Regularly phubbing may affect your ability to interpret others' emotions, making you seem indifferent and less willing to support or connect with them.

In the habit of checking your phone in between conversations? It's time you change it.(Shutterstock)
Updated on Mar 06, 2025 07:40 PM IST

Women's Day 2025: Many daughters now running family businesses instead of sons

Women's Day 2025: The rise of daughters (and even daughters-in-law) leading family businesses marks a milestone in the journey toward gender equality.

Women are challenging traditional notions of male dominance in family businesses. (Representative picture: Freepik)
Published on Mar 06, 2025 03:22 PM IST

12 deep questions to ask your date to open the door to genuine connection

From knowing regrets to secrets to dreams, here’s a list of questions to ask on a date night.

Asking meaningful questions on a date can build stronger emotional connections.(Shutterstock)
Published on Mar 06, 2025 01:34 PM IST

Tamannaah Bhatia spills beans on one thing men should do for good relationship

Tamannaah Bhatia opened up about one quality every man should adopt in his lives. 

Tamannaah Bhatia priortises listening and urges it as one of the qualities men should embrace. (PC: Yt/@rajshamani)
Updated on Mar 06, 2025 11:30 AM IST

Looking for love? Avoid these 8 common early dating blunders for a lasting bond

New to dating? Avoid common early mistakes that can hurt your chances of building strong connection. Relationship coach shares 8 key pitfalls to watch out for.

Tips to build a healthy relationship: Avoid these common dating errors. (Pixabay)
Published on Mar 05, 2025 04:18 PM IST

Study shows young men who follow ‘manfluencers’ show high misogynistic traits

Men who think they are rejected by women follow manfluencers to comfort their insecurity, and instead they nurture deep hatred for women.

Manfluencers are big on speeches on masculinity and gender roles. (Shutterstock)
Updated on Mar 05, 2025 10:35 AM IST

Relationship coach explains how showing up for your partner sounds like

Showing up in a relationship means a lot. It involves active listening and empathy. It's not about fixing but more about being present for your partner.

By being emotionally present, the partner feels supported. (Shutterstock)
Published on Mar 05, 2025 09:40 AM IST

What is floodlighting? New dating trend turns first dates into therapy sessions

Floodlighting is the latest dating trend where oversharing personal trauma creates false intimacy. But beware, it can lead to emotional manipulation.

Floodlighting is a manipulative dating trend characterised by excessive emotional sharing.(Unsplash)
Published on Mar 04, 2025 02:58 PM IST

More than half of Americans say seeing their partner clean is a turn-on: Survey

Household chores can spark conflict in relationships, but contributing to cleaning may enhance attraction, a survey by Homeaglow revealed. 

More than half of adults find seeing their partner cleaning a turn-on, with doing the dishes the biggest turn-on chore.(Shutterstock)
Updated on Mar 04, 2025 01:17 PM IST

Average man takes just a little over 4 weeks to fall in love: What about women?

Every individual is unique and the pace of falling in love varies greatly from person to person. However, men seem to tend to fall head over heels more quickly.

Interestingly, the study also found that men tend to fall in love more frequently than women. (Representative picture: Pexels)
Published on Mar 03, 2025 10:23 AM IST

This is why women develop romantic feelings for fictional bad boys: Study

Swooning over a fictional bad boy? Study explained why women seeking new experiences fall for such men.

The study stated that women who look for non-committed relationships, develop romantic feelings for such fictional bad boys to evoke feelings of power and imaginative engagement. (Pexels)
Published on Mar 02, 2025 02:58 PM IST

No spark in dating life? Relationship coach reveals 4 mistakes you may be making

Dating may look bleak for you if you make these four mistakes that can wither the relationship before it can even bloom. Here's what you need to know.

You need to maintain certain qualities like patience and an open mind to find good matches.(Shutterstock)
Updated on Mar 02, 2025 11:04 AM IST

Worried about others' red flags? It’s time to spot your own toxic behaviours

Most of the time, everyone's busy spotting others' red flag, not theirs'. It's time to identify your own problematic behaviours for a healthy relationship.

Red flags can be in both partners.(Shutterstock)
Updated on Mar 01, 2025 12:09 PM IST

Future-proofing: The trend bringing serious dating back in style

A survey hints at a serious type of dating trend called ‘future proofing’ where long-term compatibility takes the center stage. 

Relationships are centered on stability now, with women taking the lead. (Shutterstock)
Updated on Feb 28, 2025 06:29 PM IST

Do men and women like totally feminine and masculine faces? Not really

Study sheds light through their intriguing experiments with 3D face models that people may be harboring expectations of beauty based on stereotypes. 

Study shed light on the inherent bias to misjudge and overestimate the attractiveness the opposite gender would find desirable.(Shutterstock)
Updated on Feb 28, 2025 04:08 PM IST

Survey shows what American couples think of as cheating and what they don't

A survey draws the line between behaviors that people call out and others that are seen as acceptable.

Cheating is not excusable.(Shutterstock)
Updated on Feb 28, 2025 04:01 PM IST

Fear of being needy? Relationship coach shares 5 needs that are bare minimums

Sometimes people are too intimidated to voice their needs, thinking they may be clingy, but relationship coach shares these are necessities. 

One may hesitate to vocalise their needs, but relationship coach says it's important to speak out.(Shutterstock)
Updated on Feb 27, 2025 08:06 PM IST
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