#Women

In a fascinating turn for relationship sciences, new research has shed light on the specific facial features women notice first when evaluating a man’s attractiveness. Contrary to the prevailing idea that broad general impressions or stereotypically “obvious” features dominate initial attraction, evidence now points overwhelmingly to three key facial characteristics: the lips, jawline, and cheekbones. This revelation comes from a 2009 study published in the Journal of Experimental Social Psychology and has been widely discussed in contemporary media, including recent analysis by YourTango and ScienceDaily (YourTango; ScienceDaily).

New research suggests that women can achieve significant health gains from exercise in less time than men, overturning common assumptions about gender and fitness. The large-scale study, recently published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, analyzed more than 400,000 American adults and found that women experience a greater reduction in premature death—especially from cardiovascular causes—with each minute of moderate to vigorous activity compared to men (livescience.com).

The study holds important implications for Thai readers, many of whom are increasingly aware of the links between lifestyle, chronic diseases, and mortality. With non-communicable diseases such as heart disease and stroke remaining the leading causes of death in Thailand, understanding how to maximize the benefit from physical activity is both timely and vital.

As the cool chill of winter replaces the blazing heat of Thai summers, a growing body of research is shining a spotlight on why women are more likely than men to feel a drop in mood and energy during the darker months. Recent studies confirm that women are significantly more susceptible to seasonal affective disorder (SAD), a form of recurrent depression that emerges as daylight hours shrink—a pattern particularly relevant for urban residents of Bangkok and Chiang Mai, where work culture and indoor lifestyles can limit exposure to natural sunlight during the year’s shortest days.

Recent discussions in the field of relationship psychology suggest that women with tattoos are increasingly viewed as dynamic partners, with several studies and social analyses pointing to potential psychological and social strengths associated with body art. According to reports inspired by expert opinions and emerging research, tattoos may be more than just artistic expressions—they can reveal qualities that support healthy, robust marriage partnerships.

In Thailand and across the globe, tattoo culture has undergone a significant transformation. Once regarded with social stigma and often linked to negative stereotypes, tattoos are now embraced as markers of individuality, confidence, and unique life journeys. Several recent psychology publications, as reported in popular media outlets such as YourTango, as well as academic journals, have highlighted the emerging evidence that women with tattoos may make “incredible wives,” challenging traditional preconceptions and inspiring new positive conversations.

In a striking revelation from one of the largest ever studies examining sex differences in exercise benefits, scientists have found that women experience greater reductions in mortality—both from heart disease and all causes—than men for the same amount of physical activity. The research, published in 2024 in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, offers new insight intended to empower individuals, especially Thai women, to use exercise more strategically to extend their healthy lifespan.