Older adults’ quality of life is linked with the health and cognitive functioning of their spouse, according to new research. The conclusion came from University of Arizona researchers who looked at data from more than 8,000 married couples, with an average age in the early 60s. The investigators said that the findings have implications… Continue reading Older Couples and Quality of Life
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A Matchmaker’s Seven Steps to Finding Love
Read any book on how to succeed in business or about the traits of highly effective people and it will quickly become clear that there are common habits/ behaviors required to succeed. What if we applied those same high standards to our personal life – dating in particular? Below, Dana Michel, founder and president of… Continue reading A Matchmaker’s Seven Steps to Finding Love
When Husbands Are Caregivers, Divorce Is More Likely
Research done at Iowa State University study analyzed the divorce rate for couples in which either spouse was diagnosed with a serious illness. The study, published in the March 2015 issue of the Journal of Health and Social Behavior, found a 6 percent higher probability of divorce for couples in which wives got sick compared… Continue reading When Husbands Are Caregivers, Divorce Is More Likely
When One Spouse Stops Driving, Both Suffer Negative Consequences
When one elderly spouse hangs up the car keys, both partners are less likely to work or volunteer, according to a study done at the University of Missouri-Columbia and published in February 2015 in the journal Research on Aging. The researcher recommends that the elderly, and their adult children, carefully discuss and plan for the… Continue reading When One Spouse Stops Driving, Both Suffer Negative Consequences
Sex May “Rebound” in 50-Year Marriages
People whose marriages last longer than 50 years often see a resurgence in sexual activity, according to new research. The study, from researchers at Louisiana State University, Florida State University and Baylor University, found that people who remain in their first marriage have more frequent sex than those who remarry. But though the frequency differs,… Continue reading Sex May “Rebound” in 50-Year Marriages
Marriage Counseling for Older Couples Is Needed
The findings of a nationally representative study done at Michigan State University suggest the need for Marriage Counselling and programs aimed at promoting marital quality and well-being for couples into their 70s and 80s, according to lead investigator Hui Liu, associate professor of sociology. The research showed that older people in troubled marriages — particularly… Continue reading Marriage Counseling for Older Couples Is Needed
The Bad-Marriage Factor in Obesity
A bad marriage can cause metabolic changes that may lead to obesity, according to new research. The study also showed that a history of depression can be an additional factor in how the body processes high-fat foods. Researchers at The Ohio State University looked at men and women who had a history of depression and… Continue reading The Bad-Marriage Factor in Obesity
When He’d Rather Masturbate than Have Sex
Something is going on in your marriage, and you’re not sure you like it. Your husband, who you know to be loving, loyal, and still sexually viable, more and more, seems to prefer pleasuring himself. You knew all along that he masturbates and while you don’t want to hear about the habit, when you’re feeling… Continue reading When He’d Rather Masturbate than Have Sex
A Happy Wife Really Does Mean a Happy Life
When it comes to the success of long-term marriages, a wife’s happiness is more important than her husband’s, according to new research. In fact, her happiness can make him happier with his life no matter how he feels about their union. “I think it comes down to the fact that when a wife is satisfied… Continue reading A Happy Wife Really Does Mean a Happy Life
The 4 Signs of A Controlling Spouse
Marriage – in fact, any love relationship – is a two-way street. Partners need to be equal if it’s to work; one partner can’t be under the control of the other. If there are control issues, though, a marriage is probably in big trouble. “In marriage, our goal is to kindle, not douse, love. Trying… Continue reading The 4 Signs of A Controlling Spouse
“Soulmates” Have the Worst Relationships
If you’re looking for love as a Thirdager, you’re probably best off ditching the notion that finding your “soulmate” will guarantee a good relationship this time around. That’s the finding of research done at the University of Toronto and the University of Southern California. The study was published in 2014 in published the Journal of Experimental Social Psychology.
Angry Spouses And Low Blood Sugar
Lower blood-sugar levels may make married people likelier to be angry at their spouse, new research shows.
In a 21-day study, researchers found that blood glucose levels, measured each night, predicted how angry people would be toward their spouse at that time.
After the study ended, people with the lower blood glucose levels were also shown in a lab experiment to be more willing to subject their spouse to unpleasant noises than those with higher glucose levels.
Marriage Not as Heart-Healthy at 50+
People who are married have lower rates of several cardiovascular diseases compared with those who are single, divorced or widowed, according to research presented at the American College of Cardiology's 63rd Annual Scientific Session in March 2014 in Washington D.C. However, Boomers and Beyond take note: The relationship between marriage and lower odds of vascular diseases is especially pronounced before age 50. For people aged 50 and younger, marriage is associated with 12 percent lower odds of any vascular disease.
9 Tips for Emotional Intimacy
By Paul Dunion
When I ask a couple in couples counseling, "So, tell me about the current status of your intimacy,” they inevitably start talking about their sex life. When I proceed to explain I am interested in their emotional intimacy, the male quickly turns his gaze toward his wife and the female typically speaks of the loneliness and isolation she experiences in the marriage. She may not know exactly what, but she does know something is missing in the marriage.
For Older Couples, Husband’s Health & Happiness Is Crucial
A husband’s agreeable personality and good health appear crucial to preventing conflict among older couples who have been together a long time, according to a release written by Jann Ingmire about a study done at the University of Chicago and published in March 2014 in the Journal of Marriage and Family.
The researchers found that the health and happiness of wives play less of a role in limiting marital conflict, perhaps because of different expectations among women and men in durable relationships.
5 Tips to Keep Your Marriage Feeling Young
By DJ Miller
There’s popular assumption that once you get married, romance and butterflies fall by the wayside. That stereotype isn't always the case, but too often "to have and to hold" does become an obligation after a few decades. If you're part of a couple that is going through a marital slump after many years, here are tips to help you get out of the rut.
Remember Why You Got Married
Happy Couples Can Resolve Fights
Just in time for Valentine’ s Day 2014, Baylor University psychologist Keith Sanford, Ph.D. reports that being critical, angry, and defensive isn't always a bad thing for couples having a big disagreement — provided they are in a satisfying relationship. In that case, they likely will have a "big resolution" regardless of how negative they were during the discussion, according to his study, published in the Journal of Social and Personal Relationships.
Double Dating Keeps Romance Alive
Just in time for Valentine’s Day, researchers at Wayne State University in Detroit have found that going on a double date may be more effective at reigniting passion in your own relationship than the classic candlelit dinner for two. That result appears to be because striking up a friendship with another couple in which you discuss personal details of your life will bring you closer to your own partner. The study will be presented the week of February 10th 2014 at the annual conference of the Society for Personality and Social Psychology in Austin, Texas.