Think posting more means more love? Psychology says otherwise

Thekabarnews.com—Psychological studies are showing that couples who post a lot about their relationships on social media may not always be the happiest ones in real life.

A study in the journal Personality and the Social Psychology Bulletin found that people who are happier in their relationships don’t post as much about their partners on social media sites like Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. In fact, researchers say that this pattern could mean the relationship itself makes people feel more accepted and safe emotionally.

The results show that couples who are happy and safe are less likely to use the internet to get approval from other people. Therefore, to stay emotionally close, they need to talk to each other in person more often. However, excessive posting has been associated with relationship anxiety or a subconscious desire for approval from others.

Experts say, on the other hand, that the problem should not be too easy. How people post depends on their identity and communication style. It also depends on their location. Additionally, some people post photos of themselves online to express their identity. This occurrence is not always out of fear.

Psychologists say that looking at how people act on social media isn’t the only way to tell if a relationship is healthy. Also, the amount of time a couple spends online together does not always mean they are emotionally close.

Researchers say that the main point is that being online doesn’t always mean your relationship is strong. In many cases, digital silence means stability instead of distance.

Experts say that social media is changing how people interact with each other. Furthermore, couples should focus on making real-life connections instead of getting likes and comments online. 

It is enjoyable to share memories and big events. However, it seems that trust and talking to each other in person are more important for long-term relationship happiness than social media posts.

What happens behind the screen could be much more important than what you see on it.