As they say, “Opposites attract,” and this is certainly true in a variety of relationships, from marriage and dating relationships to friendships and connections with family members. And at times, an ...

If you're constantly second-guessing yourself or walking on eggshells around your partner, you could be in a toxic relationship without realising it. A toxic relationship is one where emotional or ...

Challenges in a relationship are like antigens in a vaccine—they strengthen and build resilience in a partnership. Having the occasional few problems is normal in any relationship, but with an ...

When you give too much of yourself to the ones you love, it takes a toll on you, and on the relationship. Here are three signs you might be an overgiver and how to stop. Being an “overgiver” means ...

Manipulation. Belittling. Gaslighting. Vacillating between affection and cruelty. Do these sound familiar? Unhealthy marriages can take many forms, and understanding the core behaviors of emotional ...

Love should lift you up, energize your spirit, and make you feel more confident about facing life’s challenges. When a romantic relationship consistently produces the opposite effects, it may be ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Mark Travers writes about the world of psychology. Falling in love is, at its core, an act of deep trust. We trust another person ...

When most people evaluate their relationships, they focus on love, loyalty, chemistry, or compatibility. While these are all important, they don’t guarantee emotional well-being. What truly makes a ...