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Although it may not have been your first concern when the pandemic started,The impact of quarantine on your relationship has probably been a continuous concern in recent months in the lock. Articles on the pressures and problems encountered because of the coronavirus were everywhereThe New York Times ToCosmopolitan-And predictions were generally quite serious. But as it turns out, these may have been too pessimistic. A new survey revealed that more than half of the couples in the United States say that their relationship will really beemerge from quarantine stronger than ever.

The University of Monmouth surveyed 808 random adults at the beginning of May, of which 556 were married, living with a partner or other type of romantic relationship not cohabit. "Based on answers to various questions about their love life, the Monmouth team found that51% of participants stated that their relationship will emerge stronger once the lock is lifted-With 28% saying that he has obtaineda lot stronger and 23% predictinga little stronger. In addition, 59% of respondents said they were "extremely satisfied" with their relationship, while 33% were "very satisfied".

"It's not surprising that so many people are satisfied in their relationship"Gary Lewandowski, PhD, Professor of Psychology at the University of Monmouth, commented on the University's website. "Our relationships are a key source of stability and, when the world feels uncertain, have your partner out there to be your rock ensures."

When specifically requestedHow did lock had changed their relationships, an overwhelming 74% of people stated that she had no impact. Among those who have experienced the changes, have more told that they were positive in nature than those who said that things had been worse-17% against 5%, respectively.

"It is likely that couples do not consist of little change as there is a combination of factors at stake," said Lewandowski. "Additional requirements on the relationship ofManage personal work-life balanceThe children of home schooling and usually deal with a global pandemic are balanced by more quality time with those we love. A few steps back, some some, leaving us very close to where we started. Our relationships are incredibly resilient. "

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The majority of survey respondents also found that their sex life had improved in the lock in relation to those who said it aggravated. In the same way, the part of the respondents who said they have now pleaded less with their partner outweigh those who said the arguments had increased.

Even with positive results through the board, however, Lewandowski offered warning. Optimism "peoples" on how the epidemic will affect their long-term relationship is encouraging. Although the results are probably a certain precision by respondents, research shows that optimism benefits relations, "he said." In fact, as long as couples have at least one optimist, the two partners benefit from A satisfaction with higher relationships, even when a partner is less optimistic. The optimists better manage the raw patches of life, which is certainly useful given the current situation. "For more information on managing love during locking, check17 quarantine marriage tips for relational experts.