Logan Ury, the director of relationship science at Hinge, noted that older couples say, 'Why don't we be in a long-term relationship, but we don't need to live together?' This reflects a desire for independence while still cherishing companionship.
The new study, involving 15,000 British individuals aged 60 to 85, indicated that couples living apart experienced better mental health outcomes than single individuals, showcasing the potential benefits of LAT relationships.
Ury highlighted that living apart together allows older daters to manage differences in social lives and hobbies, thus broadening the type of people they can date without the pressure to merge lifestyles.
Being open to living apart can also lead to reduced relationship pressures, such as those faced by younger daters who prioritize compatibility in lifestyle and family planning.
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