If You're Single, Relax. | Dr. Yuthika Girme (Relationship Scientist)

Dr. Yuthika Girme took one undergrad course on interpersonal relations, which completely altered the trajectory of her career and led her down the path of researching relationship science. In this episode, Dr. Yuthika unpacks the science behind close relationships and singlehood. She also covers the impact of online dating, how social scripts impact relationships, and how to build a balanced relationship with yourself before—and during—a romantic one.

References:

- Dr. Yuthika Girme: https://www.sfu.ca/psychology/about/people/current-faculty/ygirme.html
- SECURE Research Lab: https://secureresearchlab.com
- SECURE Research Lab on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/securelab.sfu/
- Simon Fraser University: https://www.sfu.ca
- University of Auckland: https://www.auckland.ac.nz

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction
01:15 From clinical psych to relationship science
03:48 What relationship science actually explores
05:50 Predictors of lasting relationships
08:50 How communication changes depending on relationship type
10:15 Does dating change as you get older?
11:55 The biggest misconception in dating
13:18 How social media distorts our perception of relationships
14:48 What singlehood science examines
16:33 Validating singlehood without devaluing partnership
20:09 The toll of singlehood
22:42 How different generations approach marriage
23:59 Does the biological clock impact dating?
25:48 How online dating impacts connection 
33:46 The science behind partner selection
36:32 Balance between self and relationships
42:55 Dating scripts and gendered norms