Love Is Blind: What Behavior Science Says About Commitment and Marriage

Hosts Paola, Leslie, and Brittanny break down Netflix’s Love Is Blind Season 9 episode 12 and the Reunion. From the Gottman Institute’s research on relationships to ABA principles like reinforcement, learned behavior, and values, they unpack what makes some couples thrive while others crash. You’ll hear real-world examples from the reunion explained through an ABA and psychology lens. Whether you’re a fan of Love Is Blind or just curious about the science of love, this episode offers practical insights into what genuine connection looks like (and what red flags to watch for). ☕ Support your favorite ABA podcast hosts by showing them love at buymeacoffee.com/everydayaba⭐ Help EveryDay ABA reach more people by following the show + , turning on automatic downloads, and leaving a 5-star review! 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @EverydayABA.3 for daily ABA insights and behind-the-scenes podcast updates.📖 Get your CEU certificate here     👟 Get a 10% Discount at Tiny Explorings Shoes using code PAOLA🎁 Earn Rewards every time you shop by using Shopkick 🤑 Earn $50 cash back by using Rakuten   📊   Earn 125,000 bonus points by opening a new Sapphire Reserve® account or 75,000 bonus points for opening a new Sapphire Preferred® account using EveryDayABA's code at Chase 📢 To advertise on this podcast please e-mail: [email protected]   After listening to the episode, participants will be able to:List at least three observable behavioral indicators that signal compatibility and readiness within romantic relationships.Describe how reinforcement histories, personal values, and learned behaviors contribute to the development and maintenance of romantic commitment.Identify and explain at least two ways in which a history of trauma can affect communication patterns and emotional regulation using behavior analytic concepts. References: Gottman, J. M., Coan, J., Carrère, S., & Swanson, C. (1998). Predicting marital happiness and stability from newlywed interactions. Journal of Marriage and the Family, 60(1), 5-22. Davoodvandi, M., Nejad, S. N., & Farzad, V. (2018). Examining the effectiveness of Gottman couple therapy on improving marital adjustment and couples’ intimacy. Iranian Journal of Psychiatry, 13(2), 135-141.Quan, L., Zhang, K., & Chen, H. (2025). The relationship between childhood trauma and romantic relationship satisfaction: The role of attachment and social support. Frontiers in Psychiatry. Advance online publication.