Theresa E. DiDonato Ph.D.

Who's Open to Non-Monogamy, and to Which Type

In a new study, researchers asked whether people would want multi-partnered relationships if social rules weren't in the equation.

In a new study, researchers asked whether people would want multi-partnered relationships if social rules weren't in the equation.

The 3 Core Qualities of True Love

The experience of love has fundamental elements that appear consistent across different types of relationships, new research finds.

The experience of love has fundamental elements that appear consistent across different types of relationships, new research finds.

What the Fear of Being Single Can Make Some People Do

Finding love isn't necessary for happiness, but some people think it is. An intense fear of being single may motivate people to engage in potentially harmful behaviors.

Finding love isn't necessary for happiness, but some people think it is. An intense fear of being single may motivate people to engage in potentially harmful behaviors.

How Phubbing Makes a Partner Feel

Looking at your phone instead of your partner may feel harmless in the moment, but it could lead to retaliation and resentment. Here's why.

Looking at your phone instead of your partner may feel harmless in the moment, but it could lead to retaliation and resentment. Here's why.

10 Relationship Problems Caused by Rejection Sensitivity

Being especially attuned to any possible signs that a partner might reject you may itself create a more fertile ground for rejection.

Being especially attuned to any possible signs that a partner might reject you may itself create a more fertile ground for rejection.

11 Magnetic Traits That Lead to Longer Relationships

Why do some people tend to have longer relationships than other people? These magnetic traits could give them an advantage.

Why do some people tend to have longer relationships than other people? These magnetic traits could give them an advantage.

10 Reasons Being Single Can Be an Excellent Option

If you're considering leaving a partner, know that singlehood provides many people an attractive alternative to being in a relationship.

If you're considering leaving a partner, know that singlehood provides many people an attractive alternative to being in a relationship.

Are You and Your Partner Doing Leisure Right?

Leisure time is a key investment in your relationship, but are you using your time in the best way?

Leisure time is a key investment in your relationship, but are you using your time in the best way?

What Your Sexual History Could Tell a New Partner

One to six lifetime partners is appealing; more than 9, much less so.

One to six lifetime partners is appealing; more than 9, much less so.

Why More People Are Looking for Love Farther From Home

Some are willing to date people who are far away, while others prioritize geographical closeness. It often depends on how people perceive their available dating pool.

Some are willing to date people who are far away, while others prioritize geographical closeness. It often depends on how people perceive their available dating pool.