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Oxytocin may intensify positive or negative social experiences by affecting different brain areas. Blocking the hormone may relieve social anxiety.

New research suggests that the size and shape of one’s face may predict sex drive, attitudes to casual sex, and even likelihood to cheat.

A new study examines whether the personality of those affected by dementia or mild cognitive impairment starts to change before the onset of the disease.

Sex is good for our health and makes us happy, studies show. Find out why so many people lose interest and what can contribute to a fulfilling sex life.

A pioneering study looks at the impact of caregiver burden among owners of sick animals. The results point to elevated stress and poorer quality of life.

A new study suggests that it is not just being lonely, but thinking that you are lonelier than your peers that can significantly reduce well-being.

A new study looks at whether or not music can influence our perception of the opposite sex. Scientists suggest that women may be more susceptible than men.

A new comprehensive review explains relationship management, suggesting that both individual perception and active communication play key roles.

A new study looks into sexual attitudes and lifestyles to understand how the loss of sexual interest varies by gender, and what factors are behind it.