A childhood friend? A colleague who became like family? Or did you immediately think of your romantic partner? A number of surprising findings from research, however, indicate that only few people consider a romantic partner as a…
And suddenly, words flow easily; laughter feels warmer, and you are closer to the people around you. It's as if love and connection come so easily. But overnight, that warmth ebbs. You may feel distant again, maybe even a lit…
Many people believe that love alone will see them through in marriage. Psychological research shows, however, that love, being essential as it is, cannot keep the relationship strong during life's ups and downs. What holds co…
Parenting does not stop when children grow up; it only changes shape. As adult children move through the different stages of life, needs and challenges change, along with expectations. Perhaps the greatest lesson to be learned in…
Narcissists in toxic relationships often make big promises about a future that never materializes: vacations, beginning to live together, or having a family. You start to feel safe, loved, and hopeful like you've finally foun…
Parenting teenagers is one of the most challenging yet rewarding phases that a parent could go through. Their brains, particularly the prefrontal lobe, which regulates judgment and impulse, are still in development, making them s…
Recent research has begun to explain how even something as unspectacular as daily hugging could have a positive impact on symptoms of depression and anxiety. Though long said to be the case, hugs make us feel better, and now scie…
Age gaps in relationships have always created curiosity and debate. While quite a common feature is that men are usually older than their partners, it's very seldom one sees the reverse. But what does science actually say abo…
Most people unwittingly get trapped in bad relationship habits because they've learned them early in life. We learn about love and communication from early on in childhood watching the relationships around us usually our pare…
Having children is one of life's greatest achievements but how does it actually affect romance and love? Most couples undergo significant lifestyle and emotional shifts after they have a child, and scientists have long been a…
Anxiety is not the enemy, it's your body's cry for help. It begins subtly with nagging thoughts, a constricted chest, or an unpleasant feeling that something isn't quite right. And then, it amplifies. Your heart accel…
Healthy love is always founded on respect, trust, and emotional safety. However, sometimes we unconsciously mimic bad habits that destroy these pillars of strength. A lot of people develop these habits early in life from the beha…
Most adults have difficulty with distant or disconnected relationships without even knowing the source is childhood trauma. One dynamic but frequently overlooked trauma response is fawning the desire to please others to remain sa…
The first thing that comes to mind when considering what makes relationships special is usually big moments weddings, anniversaries, or grand gestures. But the actual magic happens in the small everyday rituals that quietly commu…