Women Fall Out of Love Before Men, Says New Study!

It turns out that women might be the ones who lose that lovin' feeling first.

A recent study published in the Journal of the Association for Psychological Science reveals that women’s feelings of love diminish more quickly over time compared to their male partners.

But what’s behind this heart-dropping trend? Let's dive in.

Why Do Women Fall Out of Love Faster?

One key reason is that women often start relationships more in love than men.

This heightened initial affection gives them further to fall when life’s realities set in. The study suggests that the culprit might be the traditional division of household chores and childcare.

Women frequently end up shouldering most of these responsibilities, which can take a toll on their romantic feelings.

Chores, Kids, and the Love Decline

Women are more likely than men to report frequent feelings of love early in their relationships.

However, this sentiment doesn’t seem to last. For women in long-term relationships, feelings of love while spending time with their partner decreased by nearly 60% compared to those in newer relationships.

Men, on the other hand, experienced only a slight decline of 0.4%.

Interestingly, the passion fades even faster for women who initially fell head over heels. The study found that women's “excited love” dropped by almost 80% over time, whereas for men, it declined by only 30%.

The Impact of Daily Life

As relationships progress, the study found that women tend to spend more time on chores and cooking, while men increasingly spend their time relaxing and napping.

Adding children into the mix further complicates things. Women often take on the bulk of childcare duties, which can lead to a reallocation of their feelings of love towards their children rather than their partners.

The Seven-Year Itch (or Even Out?)

However, it’s not all doom and gloom.

The study showed that after about seven years of marriage, the playing field levels out. Both women and men reported being equally in love and enjoying each other’s company.

Final Thoughts

This study sheds light on the dynamics of love and how it evolves differently for women and men over time. Understanding these patterns can help couples navigate the ups and downs of their relationships, ensuring that both partners feel valued and supported.

So, next time you’re feeling the weight of chores and childcare, remember that open communication and shared responsibilities can help keep that lovin’ feeling alive. And who knows, maybe you’ll find that after seven years, things start looking up again.

Love may be complicated, but with a little effort, it’s definitely worth it!