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

Here’s why emotional maturity, insight, self-control and communication skills can sometimes mask a deeper fear of closeness.

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 ...

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 ...

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

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 ...

We often think that sex leads to intimacy, and while this can be true, it's more often the case that it's the other way ...

One-sided relationships happen when one partner is doing most of the emotional or relational investment while the other partner may be more controlling, aloof, or dismissive.

That’s what my new column Dear Dr. V is all about — real people sharing their intimate dilemmas in love, sex and relationships, and me helping them make sense of it all. Each week, I’ll respond to one ...

Relationships thrive on connection, but they also require clear boundaries to function healthily. The most destructive boundary issue plaguing modern couples isn’t about major violations like ...

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, ...