Ending a significant relationship is never an easy thing. For starters, people in an intimate relationship imagine that life will always include that one special person. After all, it takes a huge ...

When you hear the word ‘intimacy’, you probably start conjuring ~sexy~ images. And why wouldn’t you? Intimacy is key in a healthy, successful relationship. But sexual intimacy is not the only kind of ...

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 ...

Intimacy in long-term relationships often evolves, facing inevitable ebbs and flows as couples navigate life’s complexities. It’s important to remember that it’s normal for the passionate sparks ...

As important as physical touch is for relationship well-being, new research suggests that feeling aligned may matter more than having identical needs. Physical touch is widely believed to be one of ...

Intimacy is the foundation of a happy and emotionally healthy relationship. When intimacy issues go unaddressed, it becomes difficult to build the deep connection required for lasting love. Over time, ...

Generalization caveat: Not all men are afraid of relationships, but many men are terrified of them. Before I get into the reasons why they're so afraid, let me first address the question of whether ...