Abstract:
:This article reviews empirical studies of same-sex couples in the United States, highlighting consistent findings, drawing comparisons to heterosexual couples, and noting gaps in available research. U.S. Census data indicate that there were more than 600,000 same-sex couples living together in 2000. Research about relationship formation, the division of household labor, power, satisfaction, sexuality, conflict, commitment, and relationship stability is presented. Next, we highlight three recent research topics: the legalization of same-sex relationships through civil unions and same-sex marriage, the experiences of same-sex couples raising children, and the impact of societal prejudice and discrimination on same-sex partners. We conclude with comments about the contributions of empirical research to debunking negative stereotypes of same-sex couples, testing the generalizability of theories about close relationships, informing our understanding of gender and close relationships, and providing a scientific basis for public policy.
journal_name
Annu Rev Psycholjournal_title
Annual review of psychologyauthors
Peplau LA,Fingerhut AWdoi
10.1146/annurev.psych.58.110405.085701subject
Has Abstractpub_date
2007-01-01 00:00:00pages
405-24eissn
0066-4308issn
1545-2085journal_volume
58pub_type
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