New research published in Violence Against Women identifies distinct profiles of love in romantic relationships and links ...

Couples without emotional intimacy often struggle quietly with disconnection that leaves both feeling unseen. Not every relationship has that effortless closeness where both partners feel fully seen ...

As important as physical touch is for relationship well-being, new research suggests that feeling aligned may matter more ...

This article was edited by Kelly Brown MD, MBA. It’s normal to go through periods of low desire, and the amount of intimacy you have with your partner may change over time. But how long is too long ...

You build emotional safety in your relationship when you break down the habits acting as obstacles and blocking it.

We all know relationships take work. But there's one sneaky little saboteur that can undo even the strongest connections: emotional withholding. It's when someone deliberately holds back emotional ...

Intimacy is essential for healthy, fulfilling relationships, as it fosters deep emotional, physical, mental, and even spiritual bonds. Yet, many couples unknowingly make mistakes that create distance ...

Many people believe that good relationships require grand gestures. Research instead points to something far more ...

Some couples seem to have a quiet closeness that doesn’t need constant explanation. It shows up not just in grand gestures, but in the small, everyday ways they interact with each other. These pairs ...

As a sex and sexuality professor, one of the most frequently asked questions I receive from those in long-term relationships involves some version of “How do I keep passion alive?” It’s natural at the ...

Relationships can veer off course without setting off any major warning bells. Even the strongest bonds might be showing signs of wear and tear that go unnoticed amidst the hustle and bustle of ...

As emotional expectations rise, many people are finding deeper stability, freedom, and fulfillment in platonic friendships, ...