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New research identifies types of dishonesty that occur in a relationship—and their consequences

From "harmless" white lies to infidelity, dishonesty in romantic relationships is a complex phenomenon that takes on many forms. New research from the University of Copenhagen shows that while dishonesty between partners often fuels distrust and resentment, it may also, in some cases, help couples s...

New research identifies types of dishonesty that occur in a relationship—and their consequences
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From "harmless" white lies to infidelity, dishonesty in romantic relationships is a complex phenomenon that takes on many forms. New research from the University of Copenhagen shows that while dishonesty between partners often fuels distrust and resentment, it may also, in some cases, help couples solve issues and repair their bond.

Originally published at Phys.org

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