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Scientists at Relationship Research Institute have been studying couples for 35 years. Here, we show you how to use their predictive research to establish your own happy, successful relationship.

Sometimes, understanding how love works feels more like rocket science than romance, especially when Cupid’s actions defy explanation and you feel like you need an advanced degree just to get farther than three dates with somebody new.

Happily, scientists at the Relationship Research Institute in Seattle have made it their job to rigorously study relationships of all types to help others understand what makes some of them successful — and what causes other relationships to fail. Using the RRI’s predictive research can help you make better decisions about dating. Click here to read all about it!