It might appear a little practical originating from a group of extremely informed researchers.

But scientists now say that geeks make better romantic partners than any muscle-bound meathead.

In a new study, scientists from Oakland University claim that smart males have better relationship outcomes and are less most likely to be abusive towards their partners.

And, in great news for geeks, the researchers even claim that smarter men are less likely to suffer from erectile dysfunction.

The researchers evaluated the intelligence of males in heterosexual relationships and then surveyed them for a variety of different favorable or unfavorable relationship characteristics.

They discovered that cognitive abilities which support impulse control, analytical, and considering consequences all add to healthier relationships.

On the other hand, males with lower intelligence are more prone to insulting their partners, sexual browbeating, managing behaviour, and impotence.

Most worryingly, the data suggests that guys with lower basic intelligence are more most likely to have crazed tendencies.

In terrific news for geeks, scientists say that more smart guys make much better partners and have a lower possibility of experiencing erectile dysfunction (stock image)

Higher levels of intelligence are related to a variety of positive results ranging from higher average earnings to increased life span.

Additionally, more recent research study has actually revealed that some particular cognitive abilities like analytical aid partners navigate prospective troubles within their relationships.

However, Dr Gavin Vance and his colleagues at Oakland University claim that there has been much less research study into how basic intelligence impacts relationship results.

General intelligence, unlike your instructional level or particular abilities, refers to a blended set of cognitive capabilities consisting of working memory, spatial thinking, and quantitative reasoning.

To discover more, the researchers recruited 202 guys who had actually remained in heterosexual relationships for a minimum of 6 months.

The males were designated a series of tasks to evaluate their analytical and abstract reasoning capabilities.

They were then offered surveys to determine elements of their relationships varying from the frequency of negative behaviours to relationship investment and fulfillment.

These tests exposed that general intelligence was significantly related to more favorable behaviours and less unfavorable behaviours in romantic relationships.

The research study found that guys who scored improperly on tests for basic intelligence were most likely to experience impotence and to exhibit unfavorable behaviour towards their partner (stock image)