Unlike emperor penguins and prairie voles, humans aren’t biologically programmed to be monogamous. Throughout history, most human societies (like most of the animal kingdom) have practiced some form ...

Relationships are a lot healthier if you do more than just “show up.” Many centuries ago, Aristotle described three key features of humans—we are driven to make meaning in our lives; we are able to ...

This article was reviewed by Kelly Brown, MD. What is healthy intimate life:? The answer may be different for every person, but there are some key elements that everyone seems to agree on. Healthy ...

If you feel lonely even while sharing a life with someone else, you are not broken. From the outside, your relationship may look stable, but inside you feel unseen, disconnected, and unsure where you ...

How truly listening to your partner can transform your relationship Most of us believe we’re good listeners. We sit across ...

Intimacy in a romantic relationship is about feeling emotionally connected and supported by your partner, mentally and physically. You share a special and unique bond. Real intimacy involves both ...

Intimate and social relationships remain important for older adults residing in assisted-living facilities, according to a recent study. In a study examining the intimate and social relationships of ...

Even though they're usually pitted at two different points on the spectrum of romantic love, according to a study from the Journal of Social and Personal Relationships, emotional connection and ...

Couples are increasingly adopting workplace-style communication in their personal lives, a shift linked to the rise of remote work and productivity culture. Researchers warn that this ...

It may feel easy and familiar, but that doesn’t always mean it’s love. Here are three signs your relationship is running on ...

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