Here’s why emotional maturity, insight, self-control and communication skills can sometimes mask a deeper fear of closeness.

Tiny of waist, trim of girlish body, brilliant of mind, Maria smile beguiled. "He's really so great. Bret's kind, accomplished and he respects and cares about me and my three children. I don't ...

In counter-dependence we tend to use ‘deactivation’ as a way of coping with attachment triggers, this means we by default shift our attention away from things that arouse strong feelings of intimacy ...

What’s emerging isn’t a rejection of desire, but a refinement of it. Intimacy is being approached with more intention and ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Mark Travers writes about the world of psychology. Some of us are driven by desperation in love. For others, the fear of love is ...

Talking about your experiences, emotions, and goals with your partner can help build emotional intimacy. Small gestures of appreciation, shared laughter, and exploring new activities can also ...

Relationships thrive on balance, communication, and mutual appreciation. Small habits—sometimes unnoticed—can chip away at intimacy and trust. Here are 15 relationship mistakes women frequently make ...

This article was reviewed by Kelly Brown MD, MBA. Does intimacy relieve stress? And can intimacy help with anxiety? Absolutely. As it turns out, the stress relief-intimacy connection is one that is ...

Intimacy is the foundation of a happy and emotionally healthy relationship. When intimacy issues go unaddressed, it becomes ...