Research

Find out more about the scientific benefits of Paired for your relationship

Couples see their relationship quality improve by 36% using Paired

Researchers at The Open University and the University of Brighton evaluated the effectiveness of the Paired app on thousands of romantic relationships over 3 months. The study showed that couples not only saw improvements in overall relationship satisfaction, but also in key relationship skills.

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Studies show: Paired works

There are thousands of studies that have shown that daily moments of connection are essential for relationship health.

And we’ve studied it directly too. The proof is in the research: Paired will make your relationship happier and healthier the more you use it—and it doesn’t take long to see the benefits.

Relationship benefits of Paired improve over time

After 3 months of Paired

Express feelings more openly

85% couples see improved communication when using Paired daily

Resolve arguments more easily

Couples are 3x more likely to resolve conflict

Start talking about sex

8/10 couples felt more comfortable discussing their sex life

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Our research experts

Dr. Jacqui Gabb

Professor Emerit of Sociology and Intimacy

Jacqui was formerly seconded to Paired from The Open University, UK, where she is Professor Emerit of Sociology and Intimacy. Her ‘Enduring Love?’ study on long-term couple relationships has received widespread critical acclaim and its findings on the importance of daily interactions in successful relationships has particularly informed the development of Paired.

The author of three books, Jacqui’s research and impact activities have been recognized by three prestigious awards — the BSA Philip Abrams Memorial prize (2009), the Open University Engaging Research Award (2014), and the Evelyn Gillan Research Impact Award (2016). She also provides regular media commentary on relationships and has featured in BBC World News, CNN, New York Post, and others.