Relationship Satisfaction and Cognitive Well-Being: Findings from a Daily Diary Study
2024
Relationship Satisfaction and Cognitive Well-Being
Sample size: 303
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Karakose Selin, Luchetti Martina, Ledermann Thomas, Stephan Yannick, Terracciano Antonio, Sutin Angelina R
Primary Institution: Florida State University
Hypothesis
Does daily relationship satisfaction affect cognitive well-being?
Conclusion
Higher relationship satisfaction is associated with better cognitive and overall well-being.
Supporting Evidence
- Participants reported their relationship satisfaction and well-being daily for eight days.
- On days with higher relationship satisfaction, participants felt sharper and had better memory.
- Relationship satisfaction was linked to feeling healthier and more purposeful.
Takeaway
When people feel happy in their relationships, they also feel smarter and healthier.
Methodology
Participants reported their relationship satisfaction and well-being daily for eight days.
Participant Demographics
Middle-aged participants in committed relationships, 54% female, average age 51.71.
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