This article was reviewed by Martin Miner, MD. Nobody should judge their intimate life by a kitchen timer. But if the period ...

This article was reviewed by Mike Bohl, MD. How much intimacy is too much? Between the achy muscles and the rehydration breaks, it’s normal to wonder if too much intimacy might pose some health risks.

A lot of couples think intimacy is emotional closeness. PCS teaches you intimacy is reliability. It’s the moment you realize the only stable thing in the entire operation is the two of you. Housing is ...

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, ...

This article was reviewed by Kelly Brown, MD. What is healthy intimate life:? The answer may be different for every person, but there are some key elements that everyone seems to agree on. Healthy ...

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 ...

Here’s why emotional maturity, insight, self-control and communication skills can sometimes mask a deeper fear of closeness. Emotional maturity is often seen as the gold standard of psychological ...

When I was invited to blog for Psychology Today, I was truly honored—but also anxious about it. I wanted to offer something fresh, information and ideas based on all that I have learned through my ...