Understanding when a relationship needs professional help isn’t always straightforward. While many couples experience natural ebbs and flows in their connection, certain patterns can signal deeper ...

Dear Annie: I married my best friend 19 years ago, but we have known each other for nearly 40. Our shared history runs deep. We have weathered life’s highs and lows together, raised children, ...

Marriages have their ups and downs. This is a normal part of being married to someone for several years. One major downside a married couple may experience is a lack of intimacy, whether emotional or ...

In today’s hyper-connected world, where physical intimacy often becomes routine, many couples are discovering an unexpected path to deeper connection – planned periods of abstinence. This approach, ...

DEAR ANNIE: I married my best friend 19 years ago, but we have known each other for nearly 40. Our shared history runs deep. We have weathered life’s highs and lows together, raised children, ...

A happy marriage is a dynamic partnership, where both individuals feel cherished, understood, and supported. While much conversation often centers around what wives need to feel fulfilled, the unique ...

Talking about your experiences, emotions, and goals with your partner can help build emotional intimacy. Small gestures of appreciation, shared laughter, and exploring new activities can also ...

In our Western culture, many of us have been taught that, when it comes to marriage, "love is all you need." As a society, we often focus on maintaining this love and we assume that, with more love, ...

As couples move into their 40s and 50s, marriages are tested by shifting priorities, health changes, and evolving family ...

I married my best friend 19 years ago, but we have known each other for nearly 40. Our shared history runs deep. We have weathered life’s highs and lows together, raised children, supported each other ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Mark Travers writes about the world of psychology. We often romanticize marriage as a magical union—something shared between two ...