At first you and your partner were sucking face and ignoring how completely obnoxious you were when it came to public ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about relationships, personality, and everyday psychology. Many people in long-term relationships struggle, often silently ...

In every romantic relationship, emotions play a central role. When those emotions are tied to physical intimacy, they can become even more complex. It’s not uncommon to experience a range of feelings ...

Keeping the spark alive in long-term relationships takes more than just love – it requires intention and effort. When the honeymoon phase fades, couples often struggle to maintain the deep connection ...

There was no connection between the amount of physical affection and amount of conflict, but cuddling/holding, kissing on the lips, and hugging were all associated with how easily the couple resolves ...

Tango: In every relationship, one moment leads and the other follows, but the beauty comes from learning when to switch. Someone said to me not long ago, “Build relationships before you need them.” It ...

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 ...