New research reveals that surprisingly few people consider their partners as friends. Those who do, however, have much more satisfying relationships. Here’s why. In total, just 36% chose to include ...

Source: Hans / Pixabay Healthy intimate relationships require that both partners see each other and love what they see. Sometimes, needy individuals see what they want to see in others, rather than ...

Most couples think they know each other well, but real intimacy is a lot more than just being able to name your partner's favorite food or TV shows. As a psychologist, I’ve found that people in the ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about relationships, personality, and everyday psychology. “Pocketing” is a modern dating term which refers to when one ...

Our romantic relationships require us to be emotionally present and to be able to balance interdependence with autonomy. If we are more securely attached, we tend to display a healthy balance between ...

When you're happily in love, it's so easy to miss the signs that your partner isn't exactly on the same page. While things like name-calling and cheating are obvious red flags, experts say the small ...

When things seem to be going wrong in your relationship, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and alone. Arguments with your significant other can become repetitive and cyclical — and it’s hard to know how ...

While everyone’s flaked out on plans, worried about the future, or avoided stressful situations, these things can also be a sign your partner has anxiety. Their mental health is their business, and it ...

Even in the most loving relationships, there will be times when you are hurt or angered by your partner’s behavior. This can range from smaller annoyances to larger betrayals: if they say the wrong ...