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Emotion Research
Written on: 2nd September 2010

Be a part of some exciting new research on emotion.


The Cohabitation Effect
Written on: 14th February 2010

Major findings related to the cohabitation effect - living together prior to marriage, and the effect that has on the marriage.


Choosing a Marriage Partner: The Facts
Written on: 14th February 2010

Research findings on choosing a marriage partner: Helpful facts for young adults


Why we all need to commit
Written on: 20th February 2009

What is the difference between living together and being married? Does it affect children? You may be suprised at the findings.


Holding Loved One's Hand Can Calm Jittery Neurons
Written on: 4th May 2008

Married women under extreme stress who reach out and hold their husbands' hands feel immediate relief, neuroscientists have found in what they say is the first study of how human touch affects the neural response to threatening situations.


Divorce Linked to Child Diabetes
Written on: 4th May 2008

According to new Swedish research, divorce and other traumatic family events increase the risk that children will suffer from diabetes.


Partner, Spouse, Husband, Wife...I'm confused!
Written on: 13th April 2008

Since the beginning of marriage.com.au we've been using the term partner rather than spouse or husband/wife etc. Is it time for a change?


Is there something unique about marriage?
Written on: 23rd March 2008

We have a look at some of the latest research demonstrating some of the health benefits of being married - as though they weren't already obvious!


What's keeping your marriage together?
Written on: 8th September 2007

Research has shown that there are three primary factors involved in people remaining committed to their marriage, find out what they are, and what they mean for your marriage.


Do women really need marriage?
Written on: 8th September 2007

According to a study conducted in the U.S., women are more likely to think that they can have more satisfying lives without marriage.


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Emotion Research

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The Cohabitation Effect

Choosing a Marriage Partner: The Facts

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Seven Principles of Smart Relationships

Why Women Really Have Sex

Tips for Parents

The Benefits of Marriage