Mariana Bockarova Ph.D.

About

Mariana Bockarova, Ph.D., is a researcher at the University of Toronto.

Recent Posts

69 Dealbreakers: The Worst Romantic Turnoffs

A slimy approach, sexist comments, and rudeness are only some of the 69 "turnoffs" researchers identified when it comes to dating.

Ask for Space: The Manipulative Ways a Friend Might Respond

Defensive, controlling, and inducing guilt are manipulative ways a friend might respond when you ask for space.

Ask for Space: The Negative Ways a Friend Might Respond

Without substance, there is no indication that a friend knows what exactly they are apologizing for, increasing the chances of future hurt.

Unsure About a Friendship? Ask for Space

When we ask someone for space, and do so respectfully, we allow ourselves time to manage our own emotions and come to terms with our feelings.

What I Learned About the Importance of Values in a Relationship

Personal Perspective: A few premarital musings before tying the knot.

Personal Perspective: A few premarital musings before tying the knot.

Do Premarital Education Programs Work?

Should you and your future spouse take a premarital education program? What the research shows is a divided answer.

Should you and your future spouse take a premarital education program? What the research shows is a divided answer.

Vacation Stress? You're Not Alone

Is it best to plan ahead? Planning turns out to be the most stressful aspect of travel, research finds.

Is it best to plan ahead? Planning turns out to be the most stressful aspect of travel, research finds.

32 Reasons People Forgive a Cheating Partner

Can a person's infidelity lead to forgiving a partner's affair?

Can a person's infidelity lead to forgiving a partner's affair?

Wedding Season Friendship Strain: Bridal Party Drop-Out

How to process the emotions of a close friend or family dropping out of a bridal party.

How to process the emotions of a close friend or family dropping out of a bridal party.

3 Things to Do When Negativity Sours a Relationship

Has negative sentiment override affected your relationship?

Has negative sentiment override affected your relationship?