8. Distance Makes The - Heart Grow Fonder

Kelsey K. Peterson's Global Tides study, "Distance Makes the Heart Grow Fonder," found no significant difference in intimacy, commitment, or satisfaction levels between young adults in long-distance relationships and those in geographically close relationships. While the study suggests distance requires unique maintenance, it does not inherently guarantee or prevent higher levels of intimacy compared to local relationships. Read the full study at Global Tides .

"Distance Makes the Heart Grow Fonder" by Kelsey K. Peterson 8. Distance Makes the Heart Grow Fonder