The unique role of the agent within the romantic group

Behav Brain Sci. 2016 Jan:39:e140. doi: 10.1017/S0140525X15001284.

Abstract

In this commentary, we apply the authors' view to small groups consisting of two people who are in a committed romantic relationship. Our focus is on the circumstances that make it more likely that people will stay within such a group and minimize the chances that they will replace their partner. In our restless society, such ongoing replacement is a pressing issue.

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Interpersonal Relations*
  • Sexual Partners*