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Reader Question: I've been with my boyfriend for about a month. I'm 18 and he's 20. I do truly love him, but I guess he's having doubts because he's leaving for nine months for deployment. In his past relationships when he went overseas, they forgot about him and moved on. He sent me this message saying he doesn't want me to wait for him. I struggle with him not being able to text back when he's working, so...

Could watching “Gone with the Wind” somehow save your marriage? It may not be as crazy as it sounds. New research is examining whether films and discussions about the topics they evoke might help couples get past that famous three-year itch. A study from the University of Rochester found couples who have regular conversations about the issues faced in certain films and then relate those feelings to their own...

As an expert matchmaker, I really had to think long and hard about this question. Are women all really looking for the perfect man? After all, we are ransacked daily with the likes of Hollyhunks like George Clooney, Brad Pitt and David Beckman. Most men feel like they don't have a chance. Women are taught to look for a man with good character and determined work ethics. It's not so much about changing your...

The importance of cohabitation has been long been recognized for helping couples weather rough patches later on in marriage. However, most studies have only focused on how various living arrangements prior to marriage effect the length of a relationship over a few years. New research out of Ohio State University is extending those parameters by looking at couples who have been together for considerably longer, up...

New research says the number of divorces in the U.S. is directly impacted by the state of the economy and predicts more couples will dissolve as they are better able to afford the process. The study’s author, sociologist Philip N. Cohen from the University of Maryland, wanted to look at how the effects of the economy drive the U.S. divorce rate. His findings will be published in the upcoming Population Research and...

This is an exclusive study conducted by DatingAdvice.com, which surveyed respondents over the course of three weeks to reflect an accurate representation of the U.S. population. From skydiving to singing karaoke, the first date has evolved drastically in America. However, it looks like the majority of Americans still prefer to go old-school with their dating. According to a study conducted by DatingAdvice.com,...

The average women gains 7 pounds in the first year of a relationship while the average man loses 4, a new study finds. The report, which was conducted by online pharmacy UKMedix, suggests many women experience this due to an increase in their own happiness. Only 16 percent of the women surveyed indicated losing weight in the first 12 months of their current relationship, and most claimed to have been at their...

No matter if you’ve dated only a few women or many, there will always be that one placing a permanent imprint upon your mind. Perhaps she’s “the one that got away” or she left battle scars along your chest that you’re still healing from. Or maybe, in your mind, you’re still trying to make it work despite her continued rejection. There could also be repeated mutual attempts at long-lasting love that never seem to...

As with pretty much everything in our society, new trends appear in almost every industry. We see it in the way people communicate, their weddings and their ways of having fun. It’s no surprise either that marriage proposals see trends year after year. Below are trends that are expected to be seen this year in marriage proposals. 1. Videography more commonplace As a proposal planner, I always tell clients they...

Do childless couples generally have happier marriages than those with kids? Studies say...maybe? That’s the finding behind one of the largest studies conducted on how British couples view their own happiness and marriages. Couples with no children reported being more satisfied with their relationship and proved more likely to feel valued by their partners. More than 5,000 individuals participated in the Open...

Probably the hardest decision someone can make is whether to end a relationship. Could this bumpy patch be a signal that the end is near or that bright days are ahead if you wait and see? Relationships aren't easy and good relationships take lots of hard work. In general, I advise the wait-and-see approach while you work on some of your own relationship skills. But there are cases where the relationship isn't just...

With so much talk about attachment style and our relationships, it seems easy to spot someone with anxious or emotionally-avoidant tendencies. But what about someone who can securely attach to another? Many people of this generation missed this important lesson because their own parents didn’t exactly exhibit healthy relationship skills and may have even divorced. Here are four ways to identify a person with a...

Gentleman, have you ever wondered how to show her you care or how to let her know you are thinking of her? Showing you care for a woman involves more than just your actions or just your words. It is a balance of consistently acting in ways that promote closeness and communicating verbally and nonverbally that you like her. Although grand gestures, such as flowers and extravagant dates go along way, showing her you...

There’s no denying that today, in this modern and somewhat feminist era, there is an abundance of smart, successful and independent women. These women have taken control over their lives and have the power to do whatever they want in our society -- something that wasn’t possible for generations before. However, as successful and independent as they are, many of these women have a very hard time succeeding in their...

This is an exclusive study conducted by DatingAdvice.com, which surveyed respondents over the course of three weeks to reflect an accurate representation of the U.S. population. There can certainly be strength in numbers, though that axiom is usually reserved for wars or political movements. But what about in terms of dating? Now more and more Americans would rather take another couple along for the first date...

In a disagreement, would you rather be right, or would you rather be happy? That answer might just depend on your gender, according to a new study. The research, which was published in the medical journal the BMJ, was intended to look at how men and women handle arguments differently and how those variations can put strain on their relationship. Ultimately, however, the full research was not able to be completed...

Introducing children to a new partner poses lots of risks and consequences for single mothers. Mr. Right may seem perfect in your eyes, but kids sometimes tend to view a new lover in less endearing terms. Children may fear their father is being replaced, family dynamics will change or they will lose the quality time they have with their mother. That’s why it’s so important to be strategic and thoughtful when...

Sometimes relationships activate nerves and uncertainties as you and your partner learn about each other to determine if a lifetime together is what you want. You might temporarily experience doubts or cold feet or wonder if he is right for you. However, it is important to assess if your concerns are powerful indicators that something is not right. While some uncertainty is bound to appear from time to time, you...

Reader Question: I'm poly and have a boyfriend in another state. I have started dating another guy up here (they know about each other) and it's starting to get more serious, only now he's pushing for me to be monogamous with him. I still love my boyfriend but am unlikely to move to where he is. I care about this guy, but I worry he's putting unrealistic expectations on me. What should I do? -Julie...

New research is challenging some long-held assertions that lesbian couples are somehow less equipped to raise healthy children compared to a traditional heterosexual couple. The same research also suggests lesbian couples may be happier in the process. Lesbian couples using in vitro fertilization (IVF) to start a family were found to experience less stress in the first few years of parenthood than straight...

The breakthroughs in erectile dysfunction that launched pharmaceutic juggernauts and an endless parade of late night talk show jokes may have done wonders for the sex lives of men everywhere, but can it do much to improve their actual relationships? New research published in the Journal of Sexual Medicine examined whether implementing such treatments as Viagra can have a positive or lasting effect on a man’s quality...

Forever can be a very long time, especially when you’re alone. The fear of growing old without a partner impacts the lives of a surprising number of people, and new research finds these types of concerns actually drive many people to remain in less fulfilling relationships Likewise, many settle for a partner they aren’t excited about out of the fear no one else will have them. For the research, a post-doctoral...

“Eventually I saw that the path of the heart requires a full gesture, a degree of abandon that can be terrifying. Only then is it possible to achieve a sparkling metamorphosis.” -Carlos Castaneda When I turned 40, I was single with a relationship history filled with a long string of heartbreaks and disappointments. Other aspects of my life seemed to be going smoothly, so I didn’t understand why real love seemed so...

Does having a healthier body image make it easier for a woman to maintain a happy relationship with her partner? That’s one of the findings from a new survey of 256 women between the ages of 20 and 45. Each was asked about her level of satisfaction with her weight, her overall body image and the quality of her current relationship. Women who were satisfied with their body image were found to be better at...

Being emotionally intimate with someone new can be scary, especially if you have a history of broken hearts and relationships gone awry. Even if you’ve had a rough past or just generally cringe at the thought of being intimate and vulnerable with a new partner, it’s an essential piece of every relationship. Intimacy is the glue that bonds couples together. It’s how trust is built. If you are embarking on a new...

The societal pressure for young teens to “couple up” along with sexual teasing from their peers makes it difficult for boys and girls to remain as close friends, a new study has found. Dr. Emma Renold, of Cardiff University, led the research, which involved interviewing 125 young people aged 10 to 12. The effort specifically focused on the challenges faced when young friends of the opposite genders are pressured...

When searching for that special someone, it’s always good to have an image of what he should be like. I didn’t start out coaching women in their love lives. I started out with men. It’s funny when I think about it because what women want from a man is what I was trying to teach them all along. In any case, here are quite a few qualities that make a man great. In reality, looking for a guy who has these qualities...

According to the old saying, absence makes the heart grow fonder. Despite this, many people assume being in a long-distance relationship means a less intense affair with dampened passions. Likewise, long-distance relationships are widely seen as holding less sustaining power compared to traditional pairings. However, new research is challenging those assumptions and suggesting those couples with miles between them...

This is an exclusive study conducted by DatingAdvice.com, which surveyed respondents over the course of three weeks to reflect an accurate representation of the U.S. population. The expectations and perceptions of going on a first date have changed over the years, with more daters now substituting drinks for dinner and with more women in the driver’s seat than ever. New DatingAdvice.com research shows one in...

It’s right here and right now - we are deep into the holiday season. Hanukkah has finished and now we move on to the Winter Solstice, Christmas, Boxing Day, Kwanzaa and New Year’s. If you’ve recently started dating an amazing lesbian, the holidays can be a wonderful time or a very stressful season. Here are five tips to help you forget about the stress and enjoy your lovely lady no matter what your holiday...