Have you ever told yourself, just five more minutes of TikTok, only to emerge from your doomscrolling coma an hour later, blinking at the clock like you’ve just time-traveled?

Congratulations, you’re experiencing the wonders of dopamine—a tiny neurotransmitter with a giant influence over your life choices, attention span, and late-night existential crises.

In the great digital petri dish of social media, neurodiverse relationships are evolving in ways both fascinating and only occasionally mildly dystopian.

It turns out, when you connect billions of people through glowing rectangles, strange and wonderful things happen. Some of those things, miraculously, are even good. Others? A grand social experiment in real-time identity formation.

The Great Gathering of the Neurodivergent Tribes

Once upon a time, neurodivergent souls had to navigate the minefield of social interaction in person, where things like "eye contact" and "tone of voice" could make or break an entire relationship.

But now, thanks to the magic of the Internet, there exist sprawling digital landscapes where one can build meaningful relationships through memes, Discord servers, and long, heartfelt Twitter threads about executive dysfunction.

Welcome to the algorithmic family.

Once upon a time, families fought about curfews and who got the last slice of pizza. Now, they fight about excessive screen time, doomscrolling, and why Dad keeps posting Minion memes on Facebook.

Welcome to the 21st century, where social media has rewritten the rules of human interaction, including the delicate ecosystem of family life.

As a couples therapist, I watch social media function as both a relationship catalyst and a nuclear device. What once passed for passive-aggressive holiday dinners has been refined into a digital art form—subtweets, vaguebooking, and emoji-laden guilt trips.

But before we all resign ourselves to dystopian family group chats, let's examine three ways social media is reshaping family therapy and how we might, against all odds, still survive it.

High school: a time for acne, awkward dances, and, of course, that one relationship you’re sure will last forever.

But let's face it—between math tests and proposals, high school relationships can be as fleeting as a Snapchat streak.

So, what percentage of high school relationships actually make it past graduation?

Buckle up for some surprising stats and solid social science research as we delve into the reality of young love.

Hello, gentle readers. Let’s take a thoughtful look at two very different approaches to meeting people in today’s world: the fast-paced realm of digital dating and the increasingly appealing world of organic connection.

While dating apps have made meeting new people convenient, many feel that these platforms can sometimes turn romance into a somewhat transactional experience.

On the other hand, more and more people are turning back to traditional, in-person interactions—those unplanned moments in everyday settings that have the power to spark something real.

Hello, gentle readers! Today, we’re taking a deep dive into a topic that might just melt your heart and tickle your funny bone: the wonder of everyday kindness in relationships.

Forget the grand romantic gestures that Hollywood loves to parade—real, lasting love is built on the small things.

Whether it’s a shared playlist, a perfectly timed meme, or that “good morning” text that makes your day, these micro-acts of affection are the secret sauce to relationship resilience.

In this post, we’ll explore two perspectives that celebrate these everyday moments: Dr. John Gottman’s evidence-based notion of “small things often” and the modern, digital-age twist known as micro-mance.

We’ll also spotlight the work of Howard J. Markman and other researchers who have shown that these tiny acts of kindness really do add up over time.

In today’s digital age, dating isn’t merely about finding love or companionship—it’s also a performance of social status.

One of the most talked-about trends in modern romance is “throning,” where folks leverage relationships with socially prominent or influential partners to boost their own standing.

This phenomenon, while reimagined for the era of social media, has deep historical roots and echoes in popular culture.

Hello, creative thinkers and digital storytellers!

Today, we’re embarking on a deep dive into how neurodivergent communities are redefining communication through vivid, visual storytelling.

Beyond the catchy hashtags and viral memes lies a transformative movement that harnesses art, humor, and personal narrative to express complex experiences.

Let’s explore how this neurodivergent vernacular is not only changing online dialogues but also reshaping cultural narratives around identity and cognition.

For decades, evolutionary psychologists have insisted that men and women have hardwired mate preferences, as if our great-great-great-grandparents chiseled their dating profiles into cave walls.

Men, we’re told, chase beauty like magpies after shiny things, while women gravitate toward financial stability like shrewd investment bankers evaluating a long-term portfolio.

But recent research suggests this age-old story might need a revision—especially when feminist beliefs enter the equation.

A new study published in Sex Roles by Wareham, Pákozdy, and Brown (2025) challenges the idea that gender equality messaging can sway mate selection.

Instead, it finds that deep-seated feminist beliefs—not momentary reminders of gender progress—are the real game-changers in how people evaluate potential partners.

Welcome to the future, where love is no longer bound by the constraints of carbon-based life forms.

If you've ever wished your partner came with a mute button or could be upgraded every six months, AI companionship may be the answer to your oddly specific prayers.

With advancements in artificial intelligence, some individuals are exploring relationships with AI partners—romantic, emotional, and sometimes even physical (I’ll let you Google that one yourself).

These AI companions can engage in conversations, provide emotional support, and never forget an anniversary. They don’t snore, they don’t leave dishes in the sink, and they certainly won’t break up with you over text.

But what does it say about modern romance when some people would rather whisper sweet nothings to a chatbot than engage in the messiness of human relationships?

Is this an evolutionary leap in intimacy, or have we collectively given up on each other?

Modern dating has found a way to make even more people uncomfortable—by broadcasting personal romantic experiences to the world in real time.

Welcome to Date With Me, the latest trend where singles document their dating lives online for public consumption. Think of it as a fusion between reality television, influencer culture, and a desperate cry for accountability.

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n this trend, people share everything—from first date nerves to post-date recaps—through TikToks, Instagram stories, or full-fledged YouTube vlogs.

Some participants even live-stream their dates, ensuring an eager audience can watch the awkward silences unfold in real time.

It’s radical transparency, but with the added bonus of audience engagement metrics. Who wouldn’t want strangers voting on their romantic compatibility like it’s a bad episode of The Bachelor?

Just you, your date, and an audience of thousands waiting to see if they’ll mispronounce "charcuterie."

Are you tired of traditional relationships, but also kind of tired of non-traditional ones too? Do you enjoy deep emotional connections but break out in hives at the thought of cohabitation, shared finances, or, God forbid, merging book collections?

Welcome to solo polyamory, the latest relationship trend that lets you have your romantic cake and eat it too—alone, in your own apartment, where no one leaves their wet towel on your side of the bed.

What Is Solo Polyamory?