Positive experiences in close relationships are associated with better physical health, new research suggests Date: March 31, 2023 Source: Society for Personality and Social Psychology Summary ...

Researchers suggest happy couples have a 5:1 ratio of positive to negative interactions during arguments. A more positive relationship includes active listening and recognizing bids for connection.

But having social relationships which bounce between good and bad often can be unhelpful. When there is a lot of volatility, the negative experiences seemed to have a bigger impact on a person ...

Both positive and negative experiences in our relationships contribute to our daily stress, coping, and physiology, like blood pressure and heart rate reactivity.

Social media can affect all types of relationships in both positive and negative ways. It can help people stay connected, but it may also lead to lower-quality in-person time. People can use ...