It might appear a little convenient coming from a group of extremely educated researchers.

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

In a new study, researchers from Oakland University claim that intelligent men have better relationship results and are less most likely to be violent towards their partners.

And, in good news for nerds, the scientists even declare that smarter males are less likely to suffer from erectile dysfunction.

The scientists tested the intelligence of males in heterosexual relationships and after that surveyed them for a variety of various positive or negative relationship qualities.

They discovered that cognitive abilities which support impulse control, problem-solving, and thinking of repercussions all contribute to healthier relationships.

On the other hand, men with lower intelligence are more susceptible to insulting their partners, sexual coercion, controlling behaviour, and erectile dysfunction.

Most worryingly, the information suggests that males with lower basic intelligence are more likely to have demented tendencies.

In terrific news for nerds, researchers state that more smart men make better partners and have a lower possibility of suffering from erectile dysfunction (stock image)

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

Additionally, more current research has revealed that some particular cognitive abilities like analytical help partners navigate possible troubles within their relationships.

However, Dr Gavin Vance and his associates at Oakland University claim that there has actually been much less research study into how general intelligence impacts relationship outcomes.

General intelligence, unlike your academic level or specific skills, refers to a mixed set of cognitive abilities including working memory, spatial reasoning, and quantitative thinking.

To find out more, the scientists recruited 202 males who had remained in heterosexual relationships for at least six months.

The males were appointed a series of jobs to test their analytical and abstract thinking abilities.

They were then provided questionnaires to measure aspects of their relationships varying from the frequency of unfavorable behaviours to relationship investment and satisfaction.

These tests revealed that general intelligence was significantly associated with more favorable behaviours and less negative behaviours in romantic relationships.

The research study found that males who scored badly on tests for general intelligence were most likely to experience erectile dysfunction and to display unfavorable behaviour towards their partner (stock image)