Your "people" are waiting within the circles of support. Source: istock/Jacob Wackerhausen Ever feel like making friends as an adult is some kind of secret no one shared with you? Like everyone else ...

What’s the first thing that pops into your head when you hear the word intimacy? If your mind went straight to sex, well, I'm right there with you. Sexual intimacy tends to take center stage in ...

When you first enter into a relationship, intimacy tends to come easily. You want to know everything there is to know about your partner and they want to know everything there is to know about you.

How Important is Intimacy in a Relationship? This article was reviewed by Kelly Brown MD, MBA. Intimacy doesn’t just feel good — it’s also a sign of a healthy relationship. Couples who have regular ...

Fun-filled experiences in relationships aren’t just happenstance; they’re something you intentionally create and prioritize to nurture lasting connection. For many couples, it’s easy to become ...

The cultural narrative around relationship success often emphasizes significant moments: elaborate date nights, thoughtful gifts, and carefully planned vacations. However, relationship scientists are ...

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 ...

That’s what my new column Dear Dr. V is all about — real people sharing their intimate dilemmas in love, sex and relationships, and me helping them make sense of it all. Each week, I’ll respond to one ...

For many, sex is fun and pleasurable—but it’s also pretty important to human existence. Sexual pleasure can play a key role in nurturing healthy relationships and, ultimately, extending your lifespan.