Happy Singlehood

Relationships

7 Rules for Creating Safe Spaces for Singles

Elyakim Kislev Ph.D. on September 2, 2023

When a single person comes to a party or event and feels intimidated and isolated, it means we need to think about creating safe spaces for singles. Here's how.

When a single person comes to a party or event and feels intimidated and isolated, it means we need to think about creating safe spaces for singles. Here's how.

Singlehood

How and Why There Are So Many Singles in Canada

Elyakim Kislev Ph.D. on June 10, 2023

New data shows that today's younger adults in Canada are less likely to be living as part of a couple. Here's why and where it's going.

New data shows that today's younger adults in Canada are less likely to be living as part of a couple. Here's why and where it's going.

Identity

Why It Is Important to Draw a Relationship Identity

Elyakim Kislev Ph.D. on May 15, 2023

Instead of the fear that our relationships are not as good as those of others, we must inquire within, looking for our identity in a relationship. Here's how.

Instead of the fear that our relationships are not as good as those of others, we must inquire within, looking for our identity in a relationship. Here's how.

Gender

Where the "Solo Generation" Came From

Elyakim Kislev Ph.D. on April 13, 2023

Several changes in the demographic makeup of populations contribute to the rise of singlehood.

Several changes in the demographic makeup of populations contribute to the rise of singlehood.

Relationships

5 Signs of an Emotionally Unavailable Partner

Elyakim Kislev Ph.D. on January 3, 2023

5 signs that a person may be emotionally unavailable.

5 signs that a person may be emotionally unavailable.

Identity

14 Signs You Need Some Time Alone

Elyakim Kislev Ph.D. on December 29, 2022

Here are the signs you need to stop rushing and take some time to be on your own

Here are the signs you need to stop rushing and take some time to be on your own

Relationships

7 Signs That You May Be Single at Heart

Elyakim Kislev Ph.D. on December 26, 2022

Being single at heart is perfectly normal and should be celebrated. Here are 7 signs to identify yourself as such.

Being single at heart is perfectly normal and should be celebrated. Here are 7 signs to identify yourself as such.

Sex

Why Permanent Couples May Have Worse Sex Lives Than Singles

Elyakim Kislev Ph.D. on December 19, 2022

Research reveals 7 things that could contribute to a decline in sexual satisfaction in long-term relationships.

Research reveals 7 things that could contribute to a decline in sexual satisfaction in long-term relationships.

Relationships

5 Good Reasons to Get Married, and 5 Reasons Not To

Elyakim Kislev Ph.D. on December 12, 2022

While marriage can be a wonderful and fulfilling experience for many people, it is not right for everyone. It is important for individuals to consider their own needs carefully.

While marriage can be a wonderful and fulfilling experience for many people, it is not right for everyone. It is important for individuals to consider their own needs carefully.

Marriage

How Being Religious Affects Your Relationship Choices

Elyakim Kislev Ph.D. on December 11, 2022

Being religious is more complex than you may think when it comes to marriage, cohabitation, and relationships.

Being religious is more complex than you may think when it comes to marriage, cohabitation, and relationships.

Relationships

How Stigma Affects Our Relationship Choices

Elyakim Kislev Ph.D. on November 8, 2022

We are often afraid of choosing a relationship style that fits us better—and stigma is a big part of the reason why.

We are often afraid of choosing a relationship style that fits us better—and stigma is a big part of the reason why.

Marriage

Are Married People Really Healthier Than Everyone Else?

Elyakim Kislev Ph.D. on July 4, 2022

While many studies claim that those in long-term relationships or marriages are healthier, increasing evidence suggests the opposite.

While many studies claim that those in long-term relationships or marriages are healthier, increasing evidence suggests the opposite.

Singlehood

The Age of Singlehood Is Coming to Asia

Elyakim Kislev Ph.D. on July 2, 2022

New demographic studies show that solo living is on the rise in Asia.

New demographic studies show that solo living is on the rise in Asia.

Divorce

The Effects of Recent Parental Divorce on Young Adults

Elyakim Kislev Ph.D. on May 27, 2022

Respondents from divorced families show explicit caution not to repeat their parents’ mistakes.

Respondents from divorced families show explicit caution not to repeat their parents’ mistakes.

Marriage

"We Want to Be Married on Our Own Terms"

Elyakim Kislev Ph.D. on April 27, 2022

A recent study utilizes both quantitative and qualitative methods to test non-university emerging adults’ beliefs about marriage.

A recent study utilizes both quantitative and qualitative methods to test non-university emerging adults’ beliefs about marriage.

Gender

How Feminism Is Shaping Arab and Muslim Family Culture

Elyakim Kislev Ph.D. on April 19, 2022

Arab and Muslim single women now negotiate their lives and identities between contrasting worlds, and the consequences are significant.

Arab and Muslim single women now negotiate their lives and identities between contrasting worlds, and the consequences are significant.

Gender

Women Now Choose If and When to Be In a Relationship

Elyakim Kislev Ph.D. on April 14, 2022

How recent political and social changes allow women to freely identify as single.

How recent political and social changes allow women to freely identify as single.

Singlehood

The Age of Singlehood

Elyakim Kislev Ph.D. on April 13, 2022

These social forces are leading people into singlehood despite social pressure and even discrimination against the unmarried.

These social forces are leading people into singlehood despite social pressure and even discrimination against the unmarried.

Marriage

The “Marriage Problem” in the Arab World

Elyakim Kislev Ph.D. on April 8, 2022

Why is a male citizen marrying an Emirate woman today eligible for a grant with almost no repayment responsibilities, and additional benefits for each child born?

Why is a male citizen marrying an Emirate woman today eligible for a grant with almost no repayment responsibilities, and additional benefits for each child born?

Friends

Why Do Married People Abandon Their Friends?

Elyakim Kislev Ph.D. on April 3, 2022

A recent study adds evidence to the curious effect of the "greedy marriage."

A recent study adds evidence to the curious effect of the "greedy marriage."