The Attraction Doctor

How persuasion research can help you get a date

Jeremy Nicholson M.S.W., Ph.D.

How Self-Disclosure Creates Liking

It can be hard sharing information about ourselves with others, but it can have a positive impact on our relationships. Find out how and why.

How Giving Impacts Emotions in Intimate Relationships

Do we love someone because of what they do for us, or because of what we do for them? Find out what the research says.

4 Ways to Make Sex More Satisfying

What costs prevent partners from enjoying sex? How can you make sex more rewarding and satisfying? Research has the answers.

Behaviors to Build Trust and Attraction

What types of behaviors establish trust versus attraction? How can we send the right signals in interpersonal and romantic relationships?

Are Dominant or Prestigious Men More Attractive to Women?

Do women really favor dominant men, who take charge and lead? Or, are they more attracted to prestigious men, who are well liked and respected by others? Find out here.

Is It Better to Ask for a Date or Wait to Be Asked?

What are the pros-and-cons of taking an active versus passive role in dating? Is it better to ask out someone directly or to hold back and try to attract them to you? Find out.

How to Avoid Bad Relationships

How can we tell when a relationship (or partner) will be bad or have nothing more to offer us? How can we identify good partners and build good relationships too?

Effective Persuasion Strategies in Romantic Relationships

How do people persuade and influence their dates or mates? What tactics do they use to change the minds of their lovers and partners? Find out what the research says…

3 Steps to Calm Your Romantic Partner When You Are Arguing

How can you make your mate or spouse feel better, even when you can’t solve an argument? Sometimes, making them feel understood is all it takes. Read what research has to say…

6 Relationship Resolutions for the New Year

Resolutions and goals to help you find love in the new year, or improve your existing relationship…

How a Picture With Friends Can Get You a Date!

Does who you surround yourself with matter when looking for a date? Can being near friends (or lovers) make you more attractive to potential partners? Find out here…

Does Similarity Lead to Attraction and Compatibility?

Do birds of a feather flock together, or does familiarity really breed contempt? Are we attracted to those who are similar to us? Find out what research has to say…

How Our Body Language Can Make Us Attractive

What types of body language get you noticed quickly and create attraction, especially in today’s world of speed dating and swipe-to-match dating apps?

11 Major Flirting Techniques for Women

How do women behave to get noticed by men? What body language do women use to show a man they are interested and get him to approach? Find out what the research has to say…

Mimicry and Attraction in Romantic Relationships

Can simply copying the words and behaviors of a date or mate make them like you more? Find out what research has to say about how mimicry can help your love life…

There Are 25 Relationship Stories. Which Is Yours?

Each of us has our own story about what we expect in a loving relationship. Partnering with a mate who follows a similar story can be the key to compatibility and satisfaction...

How to Build a Rewarding Romantic Relationship

How can you make your love life more affectionate and satisfying? Research says that a bit of positive reinforcement and reward can help. Find out how.

10 Things That Make Someone a Great Romantic Partner

Finding the right partner can be challenging. Picking one who will not annoy you or turn you off in the long run can be even harder. Fortunately, research can help...

Making Sense of Love and Romantic Relationships

It can be difficult to make sense of our thoughts and feelings in intimate relationships—not to mention the behavior of partners too. Fortunately, research has the answers...

8 Ways to Launch a New Romantic Relationship

How do you find a boyfriend or girlfriend? Which approaches are successful and when?

4 Relationship Tips for the Holidays

Spending time with romantic partners, family, and friends can be challenging during the holidays. A few social skills and tips, however, can make it more enjoyable for everyone.

Voting for Love: Politics and Romantic Attraction

Who your date or mate votes for could make (or break) your romantic relationship with them. Find out what the research has to say...

How to Bounce Back From Unrequited Love

Why do we love people who do not love us back? What can we do about unreciprocated feelings? Research has the answers.

Persuading Others With Loving Thoughts

Can a love song increase your chances of getting a date? Can sharing loving memories with your partner make them more agreeable? Find out what the research has to say...

Do Women Prefer Men With Beards?

Does a beard help a guy get noticed? Is a little stubble really sexy? Should he skip a shave or two? Research has the answers.

How (and Why) to Play Hard to Get

Can playing hard to get make you more attractive? Read what the research has to say.

3 Vital Elements of Attraction

Different traits and features are attractive for different types of relationships. Find out how you are attractive—and to whom.

4 Tips for Attracting Someone New (and Still Being Yourself)

Should you behave in the most persuasive and attractive way, or be more authentic? Is there a way to balance the two?

Why Is It So Hard to Tell If Someone Likes You?

Are you ever confused about someone's romantic feelings? Maybe you overlook good partners, or falsely perceive interest? Research can tell you why...and what to do about it!

Is Your Relationship Fair?

Does fairness matter in loving relationships? Should you care whether you are getting too little or too much? See what research says—and balance the scales in your love life too!

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