From Psychologies · Laurena Valette · · 40s
Can You Be Happy in a Relationship Without Living Together?
A study shows long-distance couples can be happier than close ones, with communication key.
In brief
A study shows long-distance couples can be happier than close ones, with communication key. Long-distance couples report higher satisfaction, intimacy, and communication than cohabiting pairs, per an American study. Originally reported by Psychologies.
Long-Distance Couples Can Be Happier
An American study found long-distance couples report higher satisfaction, intimacy, and communication than cohabiting pairs.
Communication Is Key for Success
Emma Dargie, a psychology doctoral student, says defining needs early and working to meet them improves long-distance happiness.
Aligning Expectations Matters More
Couples succeed when they match their relationship expectations with the reality of geographic distance.
The key point
Long-distance couples report higher satisfaction, intimacy, and communication than cohabiting pairs, per an American study.
