{
  "id": 16034626,
  "title": "Why some couples are comfortable with silence, according to psychology",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/22/why-some-couples-are-comfortable-with-silence-according-to-psychology",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-22T10:35:27.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Times of India",
    "slug": "times-of-india",
    "url": "https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/life-style/relationships/psychology-explains-why-some-couples-can-sit-together-in-silence-without-feeling-awkward-while-others-need-constant-conversation-what-this-means-about-emotional-security-intimacy-and-relationship-expectations/articleshow/135115515.cms"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": null,
  "summary": "Silence in romantic relationships can signal comfort or discomfort based on personal communication styles and emotional needs. The 2024 study revealed that chosen silence often indicates emotional security and closeness. Alternatively, silence resulting from anxiety or hostility may lead to misunderstandings and emotional distance. Understanding each other's preferences regarding conversation and…",
  "key_points": [],
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  "coverage": {
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  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}