A recent study published by The Association of Psychological Science goes a long way toward debunking many of the grandiose claims made by internet dating sites with regard to the efficacy of their algorithms. In Online Dating: A Critical Analysis from the Perspective of Psycholo

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As much as we strive for gender equality, we cannot ignore distinct gender differences. Men and women ought to have equal access, opportunities, and rights – but that does not mean that they are equally predisposed. There are several important sex differ

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The concept of gestalt is an evocative one; it’s been a pivotal point of exploration in fields as diverse as psychology, philosophy and neurology. The term itself references ‘form’ or ‘shape.’ The principle behind gestalt is the unity of perception, the holistic

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Our previous blogs have touched upon the effects on the brain of falling in love; that amazing neurological transformation that we undergo with the release of certain chemicals and synthesis of certain neurotransmitters. In addition, we exhibit behaviors and traits that are a direct product

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One of the many discoveries made during my years of observation is that people often choose mates who might be similar in some ways but who are not a facial feature match. This is likely because our instincts are to be in a relationship; but since we don’t know

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Diane Keaton’s new book, Then Again, has received wonderful reviews and purports to be a fascinating and well-written journey through her life and the life of her mother. In it, Keaton discusses her various love affairs and those relationships that have been most significant in he/

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On a recent episode of The Piers Morgan Show, Kelsey Grammer talked about the dissolution of his last marriage and how he found new love. In a touching confession, he alludes to the power of mutual desire, the intensity that is generated when both parties are equally committed and/

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Since antiquity couples have been matched for a multitude of reasons that had little to do with love or compatibility. Arranged marriages were the norm for most cultures for most of time. And even the most privileged among us, such as royalty, have often had to

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In previous blogs, we’ve explored some of the various scientific theories behind face matching. There are a host of studies, which support our claims that people are, in fact, attracted to those who have similar facial features. Interestingly, different theorists prioritize different th

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Findyourfacemate is a new website employing new technology designed to offer a new avenue to finding love. But we are relying on a very old phenomenon, one that long predates Internet dating and matchmaking. There is historical evidence which grounds our theory in evolutionary psychol… Read full post »

A relationship is only as good as it makes you feel. The initial stages of love are fueled by a series of chemical responses in the brain that give us a high like none other.  Increased levels of dopamine trigger a rush of pleasure while adrenaline accelerates your heart

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Arranged marriages, set-ups, blind dates, personal ads and singles bars all seem to have given way to the magical potential of online dating sites.  But has the industry fulfilled its promises? Not if we judge by the number of frustrated singles out there still eager for a meaningful re/

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As we approach yet another Valentine’s Day, we take the opportunity to reflect upon love. What is true love, anyway? And more important, how do we find it, nurture it and sustain it? Romantic love offers plenty of mysteries and enigmas, but it also contains several discernible and spec

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In a summer 2009 issue of Women’s Health Magazine, one intrepid columnist seeks to explore the mystery of attraction. In Chemistry Lesson, the writer examines the ingredients necessary to “find and hold onto your soul mate.” The Women’s Health/

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Now that media titan Oprah Winfrey has her own network (OWN), her brand of journalistic socio-cultural anthropology can continue in a variety of guises. One such manifestation is a new series on her network called In The Bedroom featuring sex educator, therapist and c

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A Eureka moment is often credited to a single person who has a sudden unexpected revelation, realization or discovery. It is described by scientists as a smart, almost immediate, insight somewhere between and epiphany and an &/

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I’ve often heard that couples that lack chemistry in their relationship are akin to a time bomb waiting to go off. That’s exactly what happened to me. There is a lot of discussion about sex in the media, but there is very little discussion regardi

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