For years Brittany avoided calling her boyfriend her boyfriend. The 28-year-old has been in a committed relationship for five years. They live together. They share a dog. They’re in love. But when she ...

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 ...

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 ...

Do you feel confused about what your man wants and what his intentions are? Want to ask him where things are going but don’t know how without scaring him away? Getting mixed messages and want some ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Cheating is probably the most obvious example of a devastating deception in romantic relationships, but even white lies can hurt and leave you wondering how to trust your partner. Maybe they said they ...