How Important is Intimacy in a Relationship? This article was reviewed by Kelly Brown MD, MBA. Intimacy doesn’t just feel good — it’s also a sign of a healthy relationship. Couples who have regular ...

The cultural narrative around relationship success often emphasizes significant moments: elaborate date nights, thoughtful gifts, and carefully planned vacations. However, relationship scientists are ...

In the wake of Kristy and Desmond Scott’s very public separation, the same words float around social media from a plethora of ...

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Understanding when a relationship needs professional help isn’t always straightforward. While many couples experience natural ebbs and flows in their connection, certain patterns can signal deeper ...

Four examples—literary, biographical, autobiographical and contemporary—illustrate the significance of intimacy as a cultural ideal and why, despite our deep longing for it, intimacy remains elusive ...

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According to award-winning psychologist Dr. Candice Nicole Hargons, an imbalance in household chores can negatively impact both relationships and intimacy. When one partner consistently carries more ...

Sex and relationships psychotherapist Katherine Cavallo also detailed why a lack of intimacy can destroy a once-passionate ...

During the holidays, couples can purposefully explore different forms of intimacy in ways that everyday life rarely allows. According to consultant psychologist James Bosse, when intimacy is nurtured, ...

At the core of monkey-barring is usually a deep fear of solitude. The idea of being single—even briefly—feels unbearable to ...