An interesting theory about cougars and cougar dating surfaced last week. A psychology researcher named Michael Dunn isn’t convinced and has gone so far as to claim that the whole cougar movement is a myth!

Dunn came to his conclusion after examining the age preferences expressed in 22,400 singles ads on popular dating websites in North America, Europe, Australia and Japan. He states that he found no proper evidence to suggest that there are enough older women looking for younger men to warrant calling cougar dating anything more than just a craze that has being triggered and influenced by the media and celebrities.

Of course, it hasn’t taken long for a number of self proclaimed cougars to hit back at Dunn. Journalist Valerie Gibson who is the author of ‘Cougar: A Guide for Older Women Dating Younger Men’ says that the recent increase in cougar dating is not a phase or a fad but that society has become more accepting of older women dating younger men. Cougar relationships existed hundreds of years ago but society regarded them as morally wrong and even shameful. Times have thankfully now changed!

There has definitely been a rise in cougar orientated websites and events such as cougar conventions geared around older women meeting younger men. There is a huge market for it and cougar dating isn’t a trend that will wane as soon as Cougar Town goes off our screens because for many, it is a lifestyle.

Judging from the number of cougars who are honest and proud about their dating preferences, and the number of successful cougar relationships, I think it is safe to say that contrary to Dunn’s research conclusions, the cougars are here to stay!

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The cougar dating trend is definitely on the increase with women feeling more comfortable with being labeled a cougar than they would have done only a few years ago. In fact, being called a cougar is something women are now starting to enjoy and feel flattered by because men are quite open about the fact that they find an older woman so attractive, partly because she is probably far less attainable than a woman of their own age.

So what exactly is it about these older women that cause younger men to fall at their feet? Is it just down to the way they look? After all, celebrities such as Kylie Minogue and Demi Moore certainly don’t have anything to worry about in the aesthetics department. However, many men claim that they find cougars to be mysteriously attractive in a way that isn’t always down to appearance, but more so related to the cougar’s wisdom and independence. Cougars know what they want, they are interesting to be around, they know how they want to be treated by a man and probably won’t put up with the nonsense or games that can often come with dating.

Is this therefore a situation whereby the sense of knowledge and experience is more attractive to men than simply looking good? Some men could have the pick of the bunch when it comes to younger ladies but they still prefer to date an older woman because she is wise, intriguing and will likely keep them on their toes!

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Ex-wife of Hulk Hogan, Linda Bollea has decided that life as a cougar is definitely the way forward having recently announced her engagement to 21-year-old boyfriend Charlie Hill. The pair are rumoured to marry next summer on Bollea’s private yacht.

Bollea who is 50, has been dating Hill since he was 19, after her 25-year marriage to wrestler Hulk Hogan deteriorated following the family’s appearance on an MTV reality show. We’re wondering what Brooke Hogan’s views are on the marriage as it will mean that Hill will become her stepfather - even though he is one year her junior.

Bollea’s family have openly expressed their disapproving views on the relationship and Hulk has even said that it has caused him to sympathise with O.J. Simpson. Seems a little hypocritical considering that Hulk aged 56 is now engaged to a younger woman of 36? A classic case of double standards perhaps?

Tags: Brooke Hogan, Charlie Hill, Hul Hogan, Linda Boella, O.J. Simpson

Prince Harry has always being notorious for his party animal antics and it seems that his past is about to catch up with him! Recent reports have revealed that blonde ‘cougar’ Catherine Davis enjoyed a passionate kiss with the Prince a few years ago and is now set to reveal what really happened on reality TV show ‘The Real Housewives of DC’.

The kiss happened on a drunken night out in London back in 2006 when Prince Harry was 21 and at the height of his party days. Catherine, who is 13 years older than Harry has denied all rumours that the night went beyond a kiss and has refused to reveal what Harry said as they parted ways….until now. Catherine who has since moved to Washington DC has being paid what we expect will be a tidy sum to reveal all the details.

It just goes to show that even a Prince is unable to resist the charms of a cougar! Though we’re betting he regrets it now…..

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We all know that one of the main reasons why men like dating cougars is because an older woman is more confident and self-assured – in day to day life and of course, from a sexual perspective. Throughout the ages of 27 – 45 women experience more sexual desires and are even more inclined to have casual sex and one-night stands. In contrast, men reach their sexual peak at a younger age and so it makes sense that younger men are better matched sexually, with an older woman.

So why is this? The science or theory behind a woman’s increasing sexual activity or desires is simply due to her fertility which declines with age. Therefore the hormones automatically react to this. It’s harder to get pregnant as you get older and the female body copes with this by wanting more sex. This lustful behaviour in older women isn’t a recent ‘trend’ – our female ancestors also experienced exactly the same feelings!

A psychologist named David Buss carried out a survey and asked 827 women to fill in questionnaires about their sexual habits. The survey concluded that women who had passed their peak fertility years but had not yet reached the menopause were the most sexually active. Regardless of whether these women were mothers, married or single, those in the age bracket of 27 – 45 were more sexually interested or active than those in their early 20’s.

So, if you are going to date a cougar – be prepared. Older women are proven to be more lustful, and now you know why!

Source: http://www.time.com/

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The cougar dating phenomenon is now much more than a craze and for many women, it has become a lifestyle choice. To help us really get to grips with the idea of cougar dating and what makes cougar women tick, we decided to carry out an exclusive piece of research which provides an unprecedented insight into the views, preferences and lifestyles of modern women who exclusively date younger men.

So, we decided to ask over 100 women who are all self-proclaimed ‘cougars’ to complete a detailed survey which included questions such as-:

* How old is the average cougar and what is the typical age gap?
* Where is the best place for younger men to meet a cougar woman?
* Where is the ideal venue for a younger man to take a cougar on a date?

The answers from this piece of research have helped us to understand factors such as how women like their younger man to behave on dates, facts and stats, and what cougar women are really looking to get out of cougar dating. In turn this has helped us to build and develop Cougared.com to ensure our members are getting the most out of the site.

So, if you want to learn more about cougars and gain an insight into what makes them tick, take a look at our exclusive Cougar Report findings at http://www.cougared.com/report/.

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There is absolutely no doubt that the cougar dating trend is on the increase but where are the best places for cougars to find their perfect younger guys?

According to Time Out Chicago it seems that the Chicago is definitely the place to be and last weekend it wasn’t just a couple of cougars who paid the city that never sleeps a visit, but a whole convention!

Yes, this was actually the 2nd Annual Cougar Convention where a huge group of cougars joined forces and took to the bar and dance floor of a Chicago hotel, proving that cougars are not just a type of woman who likes to date a younger guy, but in fact, as Time Out described ‘a movement’.

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There has been a fair amount of opinion expressed about the word ‘cougar’. Some say they find the term offensive and sexist with the raw meaning of a cougar basically being an older woman on the prowl, out to manipulate and corrupt younger men.

Let’s face it; that’s a fairly old-fashioned perception of the term ‘cougar’ and thankfully time and attitudes have moved on. In recent years when older women and younger men have maintained very happy, fulfilled and successful relationships, the word cougar has gradually become one that women embrace and find flattering! With celebs such as Kim Cattrall, Demi Moore and Helen Mirren all renowned cougars, they are certainly not perceived to be conniving or manipulative but strong, confident, independent and beautiful women that most men of any age would love to date!

Today, cougars are now seen as sexy and desirable. Younger men are attracted to women who are self-assured and know what they want out of life and for women especially, these qualities all come and blossom with age and a woman is even said to be in her prime in her 40’s. Men find these qualities attractive and sexy and at the end of the day, would much rather date a confident woman in her 40’s as opposed to an insecure and dependant one in their 20’s.

Tags: cougars, Demi Moore, Helen Mirren, Kim Cattrall

There has been a fair bit of talk surrounding the hit US show ‘Cougar Town’; more specifically a rumour that the name may be changed. Courteney Cox who stars as ‘Jules’ in the show is apparently in full favour of this, claiming that the current name is misleading.

The programme’s executive producer Bill Lawrence recently confirmed that a name change could be on the cards as the theme has changed since the pilot. Cox has also commented that the show is for men and women and deals with real issues that aren’t all relating to older women dating younger men.

A renowned ‘cougar’ herself and married to David Arquette who is 8 years her junior, despite her alleged eagerness to change the name of the show, Cox has often stated that she is proud to be called a cougar.

(Source via Unreality Primetime)

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