Even though physical affection in our relationships is a largely indicator of health and closeness, a survey conducted by LELO and Talker Research argues that nearly 25% of people want “a break” from ...

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, ...

Four examples—literary, biographical, autobiographical and contemporary—illustrate the significance of intimacy as a cultural ideal and why, despite our deep longing for it, intimacy remains elusive ...

DEAR ANNIE: I have been married to my spouse for two decades and in a committed relationship with him for 23 years. We are parents to a 17-year-old son. While our relationship is characterized by ...

Keeping the flame of intimacy alive in relationships takes more than just being together. Many couples unknowingly sabotage their connection through everyday habits and behaviors. These silent ...

A recent study published in the Archives of Sexual Behavior provides new insights into how our sense of smell and feelings of disgust may be related to the way we experience intimacy in romantic ...