<p>We've all seen the headlines about celebrity couples with significant age differences. We’ve heard the stereotypes, from "trophy partners" and “cougar’s” to "she must have daddy issues". But what is the genuine psychological pull that draws individuals to partners that are much older or younger? In today’s episode, we explore the psychology behind the often speculated age gap relationships.</p> <p>Things we discuss:</p> <ul> <li aria-level="1">Why evolutionary perspectives paint an incomplete picture</li> <li aria-level="1">The value of intergenerational platonic relationships</li> <li aria-level="1">Challenging stereotypes and stigma</li> <li aria-level="1">How to navigate different life stages</li> <li aria-level="1">The role of communication and shared values in building healthy age gap relationships</li> </ul> <p>If you're in an age gap relationship, interested in understanding them better, or simply intrigued by the nuances of human connection, this episode is for you.</p> <p> </p> <p>Listen to my NEW PODCAST, Mantra:<a href="https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/755841/person-in-progress-by-jemma-sbeg/"> </a><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/4Ckds0BoJDDpODInN9cWcc?si=b6ad5d555c1940e0">https://open.spotify.com/show/4Ckds0BoJDDpODInN9cWcc?si=b6ad5d555c1940e0</a> </p> <p> </p> <p>Follow Jemma on Instagram: @<a href="https://www.instagram.com/jemmasbeg/?hl=en#">jemmasbeg</a></p> <p>Follow the podcast on Instagram: @<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thatpsychologypodcast/?hl=en#">thatpsychologypodcast</a></p> <p>For business: <a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a> </p> <p> </p> <p>The Psychology of your 20s is not a substitute for professional mental health help. If you are struggling, distressed or require personalised advice, please reach out to your doctor or a licensed psychologist.</p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>