If you’re looking to deepen your bond with your partner, you might want to focus on building recreational intimacy. Like love languages, there are a number of different forms of intimacy to help ...

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 ...

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.

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, ...

Many couples in long-term relationships notice their intimate moments becoming predictable and routine over time. This common ...

Stress and anxiety, be they temporary or ongoing, can significantly influence a couple’s emotional connection and level of sexual activity, with both positive and negative effects. While things like ...

A cancer diagnosis changes many parts of life. Conversations often focus on treatment plans, test results, and physical recovery. What is discussed far less is how cancer affects intimacy and sexual ...

Struggling with sex and intimacy while living with chronic illness? Columnist Marisa Zeppieri offers some valuable insight that can help.

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.

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 ...

Anxiety is a disruptor. It gets in the way of many aspects of our lives. When it begins to infiltrate our relationships, we can suffer from detachment, avoidance, and overthinking. The cumulative ...