Romantic relationships improve psychological well-being for most people—but do they for everyone? It has been shown in many scientific studies that high-quality romantic relationships with a loving partner have several psychological benefits,... Read more »
Sean and Sara have an easygoing relationship. When Sara disappoints him, Sean tells himself not to make a big deal about it. When he is hurt, he tells himself not to be... Read more »
Most of us were never taught how to choose a life partner. We feel attraction and assume that will be enough. Maybe we love someone and think that love is all we... Read more »
Determining whether your romantic relationship will last may seem like a formidable task. Who knows what obstacles might get in the way of its future? One of you could meet another person... Read more »
According to Matthew Hussey, renowned dating coach and relationship expert, your feelings of discomfort are absolutely valid and should be explored. These situations are highly subjective, but your priority must be communicating... Read more »
Co-authored with Galit Romanelli, M.A. Jim and Yolanda look tired. After 13 years and four children together, they are deep in the finger-pointing, cold-war stage. Jim admits he’s happy to just “bear”... Read more »
Do you “play the blame game?” If so, how often do you point your finger at your partner and for what reasons? What is the usual outcome? Caution: Unabated criticism can lock... Read more »
When life gets hectic, be it getting late for work, a never-ending stream of “important projects,” or your children needing most of your attention, a million little things can make your mind... Read more »
Rebuilding trust after an abusive relationship can be an uphill battle, with many survivors finding it difficult to enter or sustain new partnerships. A new study sheds light on how lingering sensitivity... Read more »
Wondering where you stand in a relationship can be emotionally draining. Many people experience uncertainty about how their partner truly feels—and now, new research suggests that simply perceiving a partner’s emotional ambivalence... Read more »