Couples report gender differences in relationship, sexual satisfaction over time
Tuesday, July 5, 2011 - 09:31
in Psychology & Sociology
Cuddling and caressing are important ingredients for long-term relationship satisfaction, according to an international study, which queried committed, middle-aged couples from five countries. But contrary to stereotypes, tenderness was more important to the men than to the women. Also contrary to expectations, men were more likely to report being happy in their relationship, while women were more likely to report being satisfied with their sexual relationship.