Which couples are happier
When a couple has been together for a very long time, they
begin to perceive themselves as a collective unit.
While some find the notion of excessive interdependence in
relationships slightly irritating, according to recent research, couples who
use "we" and "us" in conversation are more likely to be
happier in love than those who don't.
Researchers from the University of California are investigating the link between the use of first-person plural pronouns (such as "we," "us") for success in romantic relationships.
The team, led by psychologist Megan Robbins, analyzed 30
studies involving more than 5,000 participants, half of whom were married.
The researchers took into account five main factors, such as
how long couples were together, their relationship behavior, participants'
mental health, their physical condition, and how well they looked after
themselves on a daily basis.
They concluded that the use of the "we" form had a
beneficial effect on happier relationships across all age groups.
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