When it comes to choosing a life partner, both men and women look for a variety of qualities, given the significance of this major decision. After all, marriage is ideally supposed to last a lifetime, so it’s not just about choosing the first person who smiles at you.
Factors such as physical attraction, like “He looks great in a deep V-neck tee,” need to be balanced with more substantial considerations, such as “How is his relationship with his parents?” and “Does he know how an oven works?” Each of these aspects holds its own importance.
However, a 2016 study by Dr. Lawrence Whalley at the University of Aberdeen has added another layer of complexity to the quest for the perfect partner—specifically for men. According to the research, men who marry intelligent women are less likely to develop Alzheimer’s Disease.
Dr. Whalley explains that engaging in intelligent conversation and stimulating activities can help stave off degenerative diseases. So, while women might be able to marry anyone they fancy, men might benefit from choosing a partner who can challenge them intellectually.
When it comes to choosing a life partner, both men and women look for a variety of qualities, given the significance of this major decision. After all, marriage is ideally supposed to last a lifetime, so it’s not just about choosing the first person who smiles at you.
Factors such as physical attraction, like “He looks great in a deep V-neck tee,” need to be balanced with more substantial considerations, such as “How is his relationship with his parents?” and “Does he know how an oven works?” Each of these aspects holds its own importance.
However, a 2016 study by Dr. Lawrence Whalley at the University of Aberdeen has added another layer of complexity to the quest for the perfect partner—specifically for men. According to the research, men who marry intelligent women are less likely to develop Alzheimer’s Disease.
Dr. Whalley explains that engaging in intelligent conversation and stimulating activities can help stave off degenerative diseases. So, while women might be able to marry anyone they fancy, men might benefit from choosing a partner who can challenge them intellectually.
Though my boyfriend didn’t bite the first time, I fully intend on using this study as an excuse to make him do things like leave the house and maybe go to the opera, use the vacuum for once, or some such fancy nonsense.
It’s important, I think, to remember that those who don’t have partners aren’t just out of luck. There’s hope for them, too. There are plenty of ways to engage your mind and stimulate your senses. According to Harvard University research, some things you can do to engage your brain include reading, doing jigsaw puzzles, and even learning a new skill.
