What’s the first thing that pops into your head when you hear the word intimacy? If your mind went straight to sex, well, I'm right there with you. Sexual intimacy tends to take center stage in ...

Imagine feeling deeply connected to the people in your life, knowing that you are understood, valued, and loved for who you are. This sense of connection comes from intimacy—a crucial element in ...

Psychology knows a great deal about the role of emotional connections between romantic partners, but little about the physical affection side of the equation. Yet, in daily life, everyone can attest ...

Even though physical affection in our relationships is a largely indicator of health and closeness, a survey conducted by LELO and Talker Research argues that nearly 25% of people want “a break” from ...

Marriages have their ups and downs. This is a normal part of being married to someone for several years. One major downside a married couple may experience is a lack of intimacy, whether emotional or ...