Relationships are an integral part of human life, but they are not all the same. With changing times and evolving lifestyles, the idea of “one single kind of relationship” no longer exists. Today, ...

Long-term close relationships require a lot of work to maintain, and even the best of them may fall short at times from the ideals that we all hold about what constitutes a good relationship.

Romantic relationships are often filled with subtle and obvious signals that partners convey, either intentionally or unconsciously. These signals, commonly known as "relationship flags," serve as ...

A large body of research suggests that individuals in long-term committed romantic relationships are happier than those who are not. However, critics of this work, such as fellow Psychology Today ...

A study comparing people in monogamous relationships with those in non-monogamous ones has found that both types are on par insofar as relationship and sexual satisfaction are concerned. It suggests ...

Relationships are complicated enough in a duo. Can adding other people into the mix ever really work? More and more people seem to be thinking so. According to Match's 2024 singles study, 31% of ...

When Ashley and Michael hit a rough patch after 12 years of marriage, their therapist didn’t suggest more date nights or better communication strategies. Instead, she asked a surprising question: ...

But new research shows it's not a requirement for relationship and sexual satisfaction, two key indicators of wellbeing that ...