The sex we see on TV and in movies can influence our behavior in real life. Immediately after the first Fifty Shades of Grey movie came out in 2015, searches on Pornhub for BDSM-related terms, like ...

During the holidays, couples can purposefully explore different forms of intimacy in ways that everyday life rarely allows. According to consultant psychologist James Bosse, when intimacy is nurtured, ...

You’re here because you have questions about intimacy and aging. Whether you’re experiencing changes in function, navigating new relationships, or simply curious about what intimacy looks like in ...

Conflict is an inherent part of any relationship, especially an intimate relationship. It can be a doorway to a deeper connection or a chasm that divides partners even further. For high-conflict ...

Better sleep, less stress, stronger immune system — are these the results of a better diet? Exercise? It’s just “good sex.” Psychologist and Emory University professor Candice Hargons, who holds a ...

A growing number of single women are taking control of their intimate lives through intentional goal-setting, marking a shift in how they approach relationships and personal satisfaction. This ...

I can't talk about that, how would he react if he knew, I've never talked about these things to anyone in my life, there is no way I could even bring that topic up with him. There can be a thousand ...

Heart failure changes many aspects of life, but intimacy doesn’t have to disappear. Maintaining physical connection boosts emotional health, reduces stress and strengthens partnerships – benefits that ...

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.

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 ...