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ERP 430: What Are Strengths & Considerations Of Age Gap Relationships, Especially Female Lead Relationships — An Interview With Dr. Sarah Hill
Imagine being deeply in love, but constantly feeling the weight of judgment from society merely because of an age difference. Age gap relationships often face challenges beyond the typical trials of love, grappling with stereotypes, stress, and the pressure of public perception.
In this episode, we peel back the layers of these complex relationships to reveal the surprising benefits and often-overlooked dynamics at play. Learn how partners can triumph over societal stigma through open communication, humor, and intentionality. Discover the true essence of what makes these relationships thrive, the power of embracing joy and playfulness, and the critical importance of challenging cultural norms to foster deeper connection and satisfaction. Prepare to rethink what you know about age gap relationships, and gain insights that could transform how unconventional love is viewed.
Dr. Sarah Hill is an award-winning research psychologist and professor with expertise in women, health, and sexual psychology. At the intersection of evolutionary biology, social psychology, and neuroscience, her research aims to understand how hormones, the immune system, and the environment play in relationships and health behaviors. She appeared in the 2022 Netflix documentary, "The Principles of Pleasure" and is currently a consultant for Cougar Life, a dating site for confident women looking to meet younger men.
Check out the transcript of this episode on Dr. Jessica Higgin's website. In this episode7:06 Exploring double standards in age gap relationships.
9:48 Debunking stereotypes in female-led age gap relationships.
13:26 Various factors influencing power dynamics in relationships.
17:38 Redefining age gap relationships: Gender dynamics and societal perceptions.
21:08 Unveiling joy and satisfaction: Insights from research.
28:17 Advancing research to challenge stigma and enhance understanding of non-normative relationships.
30:17 The importance of open communication in navigating stereotypes and fostering acceptance.
39:42 The influence of hormones on relationships.
MentionedThis Is Your Brain on Birth Control: How the Pill Changes Everything (*Amazon Affiliate link) (book)
Connect with Dr. Sarah HillWebsites: sarahehill.com
Facebook: facebook.com/sarahehillphd
X: twitter.com/sarahehillphd
Instagram: instagram.com/sarahehillphd
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sarah-hill-39668431
Connect with Dr. Jessica HigginsFacebook: facebook.com/EmpoweredRelationship
Instagram: instagram.com/drjessicahiggins
Podcast: drjessicahiggins.com/podcasts/
Pinterest: pinterest.com/EmpowerRelation
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drjessicahiggins
Twitter: @DrJessHiggins
Website: drjessicahiggins.com
Email: [email protected]
If you have a topic you would like me to discuss, please contact me by clicking on the "Ask Dr. Jessica Higgins" button here.
Thank you so much for your interest in improving your relationship.
Also, I would so appreciate your honest rating and review. Please leave a review by clicking here.
Thank you!
*With Amazon Affiliate Links, I may earn a few cents from Amazon, if you purchase the book from this link.
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Imagine being deeply in love, but constantly feeling the weight of judgment from society merely because of an age difference. Age gap relationships often face challenges beyond the typical trials of love, grappling with stereotypes, stress, and the pressure of public perception.
In this episode, we peel back the layers of these complex relationships to reveal the surprising benefits and often-overlooked dynamics at play. Learn how partners can triumph over societal stigma through open communication, humor, and intentionality. Discover the true essence of what makes these relationships thrive, the power of embracing joy and playfulness, and the critical importance of challenging cultural norms to foster deeper connection and satisfaction. Prepare to rethink what you know about age gap relationships, and gain insights that could transform how unconventional love is viewed.
Dr. Sarah Hill is an award-winning research psychologist and professor with expertise in women, health, and sexual psychology. At the intersection of evolutionary biology, social psychology, and neuroscience, her research aims to understand how hormones, the immune system, and the environment play in relationships and health behaviors. She appeared in the 2022 Netflix documentary, "The Principles of Pleasure" and is currently a consultant for Cougar Life, a dating site for confident women looking to meet younger men.
Check out the transcript of this episode on Dr. Jessica Higgin's website. In this episode7:06 Exploring double standards in age gap relationships.
9:48 Debunking stereotypes in female-led age gap relationships.
13:26 Various factors influencing power dynamics in relationships.
17:38 Redefining age gap relationships: Gender dynamics and societal perceptions.
21:08 Unveiling joy and satisfaction: Insights from research.
28:17 Advancing research to challenge stigma and enhance understanding of non-normative relationships.
30:17 The importance of open communication in navigating stereotypes and fostering acceptance.
39:42 The influence of hormones on relationships.
MentionedThis Is Your Brain on Birth Control: How the Pill Changes Everything (*Amazon Affiliate link) (book)
Connect with Dr. Sarah HillWebsites: sarahehill.com
Facebook: facebook.com/sarahehillphd
X: twitter.com/sarahehillphd
Instagram: instagram.com/sarahehillphd
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sarah-hill-39668431
Connect with Dr. Jessica HigginsFacebook: facebook.com/EmpoweredRelationship
Instagram: instagram.com/drjessicahiggins
Podcast: drjessicahiggins.com/podcasts/
Pinterest: pinterest.com/EmpowerRelation
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drjessicahiggins
Twitter: @DrJessHiggins
Website: drjessicahiggins.com
Email: [email protected]
If you have a topic you would like me to discuss, please contact me by clicking on the "Ask Dr. Jessica Higgins" button here.
Thank you so much for your interest in improving your relationship.
Also, I would so appreciate your honest rating and review. Please leave a review by clicking here.
Thank you!
*With Amazon Affiliate Links, I may earn a few cents from Amazon, if you purchase the book from this link.
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