DEAR ANNIE: I married my best friend 19 years ago, but we have known each other for nearly 40. Our shared history runs deep. We have weathered life’s highs and lows together, raised children, ...

Initially approved to treat type-2 diabetes, drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy continue to have unanticipated benefits. Ozempic, known generically as semaglutide, and other drugs like it, such as Wegovy, ...

Modern relationships are evolving at the speed of a swipe, leaving many pondering an age-old question: When is the right time to get physical? With shifting societal norms, the decision has become ...

Four examples—literary, biographical, autobiographical and contemporary—illustrate the significance of intimacy as a cultural ideal and why, despite our deep longing for it, intimacy remains elusive ...

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, ...

Don’t let bipolar disorder create distance between you and your partner — here’s how to nurture intimacy with care and intention. Developing strong relationships based on trust, honesty, love, and ...

The growing trend of softness as a lifestyle has also found its place in how couples express physical intimacy. This virtue of intimacy has inspired a revival of ancient practices where slowness, ...

Intimacy in a romantic relationship is about feeling emotionally connected and supported by your partner, mentally and physically. You share a special and unique bond. Real intimacy involves both ...

Dear Annie: I married my best friend 19 years ago, but we have known each other for nearly 40. Our shared history runs deep. We have weathered life’s highs and lows together, raised children, ...

DEAR ANNIE: I have been married to my spouse for two decades and in a committed relationship with him for 23 years. We are parents to a 17-year-old son. While our relationship is characterized by ...

When it comes to dating, first impressions are critical. Many people believe that a kiss on the first date is a sign of a good connection. However, there is an emerging perspective that suggests ...