The majority of older adults do not agree that companionship is more important in a long-term relationship than intimate ...

Intimacy fades in plain sight, often while two people sit inches apart on the same couch. When the connection weakens, ...

This article was edited by Kelly Brown MD, MBA. It’s normal to go through periods of low desire, and the amount of intimacy you have with your partner may change over time. But how long is too long ...

Romantic relationships are built on a foundation of intimacy. New research shows how sharing deep emotions with your partner can strengthen this foundation.

Intimacy is essential for healthy, fulfilling relationships, as it fosters deep emotional, physical, mental, and even spiritual bonds. Yet, many couples unknowingly make mistakes that create distance ...

This article was reviewed by Mike Bohl, MD. You’ve probably heard of the “three-date rule” — or maybe even the five-date one — when it comes … ...

Sleeping well, managing stress and ruling out medical issues may all be evidence-based methods for improving libido, but they’re hardly sexy. Even once these are ticked off, passion is a slippery, ...

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, ...

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 ...

The first time I noticed this was with a couple I knew in my late twenties. They were always together. Always texting. Always posting photos from restaurants or weekend trips. From the outside, it ...

A study by the University of New Hampshire challenges common assumptions about aging and intimacy, revealing that many single ...