Relationships
112 articles
Beyond the Five: Dr. Carmen Harra’s Expanded Love‑Language Model
Psychologist Carmen Harra adds inseparability, non‑judgment and more to the classic love‑language toolkit.
Beyond Chapman's Five: Dr. Carmen Harra Proposes Four New Love Languages
Psychologist Carmen Harra expands the classic love‑language model with inseparability, non‑judgment, adaptability and em...
When Love Turns to Loathing: The Science Behind Sudden Repulsion Syndrome
Ever felt an inexplicable revulsion toward a long-term partner? You're not alone. Sudden Repulsion Syndrome is a real ps...
The Cost of Silent Sniping: How Passive-Aggression Erodes Relationships
From 'whatever' to backhanded compliments, passive-aggression is a silent killer of healthy communication.
Torn Between Freedom and Commitment
A man in Alaska grapples with the decision to settle down or maintain his independence, as a new relationship and summer...
The Wallet Test: When Friendship Blurs with Romantic Interest
New research reveals how men's financial behavior in friendships may signal unspoken romantic intentions.
The Emotional Trap of 'You Made Me Feel' in Relationships
A common phrase in relationships may be undermining emotional growth and accountability, according to psychological theo...
Breaking the Routine: A 20-Year Marriage's Sexual Awakening
After 20 years of marriage, one reader seeks to revitalize their sex life but fears discussing it with their partner. He...
Emoji Code: How Cheaters Hide Affairs in Plain Sight
Private investigator reveals the emoji 'code' cheaters use to conceal affairs in text messages.
Why Emotional Affairs Hurt as Much as Physical Ones—and How Couples Can Begin to Heal
A fresh look at the hidden trauma of emotional affairs and the concrete steps couples need to rebuild trust.
The Chore Divide: How Housework Shapes Intimacy in Relationships
A new study reveals that equal distribution of household chores boosts sexual desire for women who value relationship eq...
Sisterly Conflicts: Navigating Hurt & Boundaries
Two readers seek advice on strained relationships with their sisters, dealing with past offenses and concerning behavior...
Late-Life Discovery: Finding Love After Divorce
A woman shares her journey of self-discovery and attraction to women following a 25-year marriage, inspired by Christine...
Late-Life Discovery: Finding Love After Marriage
A woman recounts her journey of self-discovery and attraction to women following a divorce, inspired by Christine McGuin...
Chores & Libido: Study Links Equality to Male Desire
New research suggests men who share household chores equally may experience increased sexual desire. The study highlight...
Unwanted Advances: The Targeting of Single Women
Kate Mulvey details the frustrating experience of being a single woman repeatedly targeted by married men. Her essay exp...
Happy Parent, Better Child: Leaving for Family
A personal essay challenges the idea that staying in an unhappy marriage is always best for children. The author argues ...
Happy Parent, Better Child: Leaving for Family
A personal essay challenges the idea that staying in an unhappy marriage is always best for children, arguing that a par...
Son Cuts Ties with Mom Over Years of Favoritism
A man recounts severing ties with his mother after years of emotional neglect following her remarriage and blatant favor...
Affair Mode: How Tech Hides Infidelity
Smartphones offer cheaters new ways to conceal affairs using disappearing messages and hidden apps. Experts warn of 'aff...
Gym Encounters: Men & Secret Sexuality
An investigation reveals some married men are using gyms as discreet spaces to explore their sexuality, often in secret....
Long-Term Desire: Science of a Fulfilling Sex Life
Research reveals that sustaining sexual desire in long-term relationships requires intentionality, fairness, and novelty...
Surprise Ruined: Friendships Tested by Baby Shower Revelation
A woman's efforts to plan a surprise baby shower were undermined when she learned the secret was revealed weeks ago. The...
Toxic Friendship: Jealousy's Hidden Sabotage
A man uncovers years of secret sabotage by a close friend driven by jealousy. This story reveals the devastating impact ...
Sobriety Celebration Snub: Was He Wrong?
A man faced criticism for skipping his mother's 15-year sobriety celebration due to a difficult childhood shaped by her ...
Friendship Shattered: Decades of Lies Uncovered
A decades-long friendship crumbled when two women discovered their friend had fabricated nearly every aspect of his life...
Age-Gap Marriage: Lessons After 40 Years
A woman reflects on her parents’ 40-year marriage with a 22-year age gap, offering insights into the challenges and comp...
Ex's Family Ties: Navigating Relationships After a Breakup
Breaking up doesn't have to mean losing connections with your ex's family. Experts share advice on maintaining these rel...
40-Year Affair: A Family Secret Revealed
A writer uncovers a decades-long extramarital affair involving her godmother and cousin's husband, leading to an explora...
Marriage & Intimacy: What Your Sex Life Reveals
A couples therapist and the stories of five divorced women reveal that a healthy sex life doesn't guarantee a strong mar...