Health · Mental Health · 2 days ago
Survey respondents value listening, respect and trust in partners
The survey gathered responses from 108 women between 2018 and 2023.
They often said they wanted partners who listen, show respect and are honest.
Many also valued emotional support and open conversations.
The survey was not a scientific sample, so its results do not represent all women.
A Psychology Today article reports themes from an online survey in which 108 women described what they most need from men in their lives.
The survey grew out of a 2018 Psychology Today post and was completed by respondents between 2018 and 2023.
Respondents repeatedly emphasized emotional support, respect, trust, honesty, and open communication.
Other themes included affection and intimacy, safety, and equal partnership with shared responsibilities and decision-making.
The article cautions that the respondents do not represent a scientific sample of all women.
- Who
- 108 women who completed the online survey
- What
- A survey about the qualities women want from men in their lives
- When
- Responses were collected between 2018 and 2023; the article was published October 9, 2026
- Where
- Online
- Why
- To explore what women need most from men in relationships
This story does not have two clearly opposing sides.
Understanding and empathetic listening without trying to fix things
To feel heard and respected
Women most need loyalty, honesty, and accountability.
To work together as a team
This story does not have a timeline yet.
- Survey respondents
- 108 women
- Response period
- 2018–2023
- Article publication date
- October 9, 2026
- Survey format
- Online
- Sample limitation
- The respondents do not represent a scientific sample of all women.
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