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 ...

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 ...

Intimacy in a relationship is not just about physical closeness—it is about feeling alive, content, and, at the same time, vulnerable. It is that deep emotional connection that makes you feel truly ...

The truths relationships demand are often less comforting than we expect, but more stabilizing in the long-run. But that pain ...

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 ...

Research reveals how this often-overlooked emotional technique creates deeper bonds than physical intimacy alone When most people hear the word “intimacy,” their minds immediately jump to physical ...

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 ...

Couples who fight and still feel close don’t fear conflict. Instead, they use it as a doorway to deeper connection. Conflict is often viewed as a threat to intimacy; an indicator that something is ...

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

Here's a sharp look at how Instagram’s algorithm fuels relationship doubt through comparison and “red flag” culture, turning normal intimacy into anxiety, monitoring, and unnecessary self-questioning.

At first you and your partner were sucking face and ignoring how completely obnoxious you were when it came to public ...

You’ve built a good life, but something feels missing. You’re feeling disconnected from your partner, craving more intimacy and understanding. Maybe you turn to work, hobbies, alcohol, or porn to cope ...