As important as physical touch is for relationship well-being, new research suggests that feeling aligned may matter more ...

I was used to casual touch and missed it when my 19-year relationship ended, and we divorced. Platonic touch between my friends and me became important when I was touch-starved. My dogs also help me ...

While women certainly receive benefits from physical touch, including greater satisfaction with their body image and better relationships, there are also certain boundaries some women find themselves ...

Touch is a fundamental part of human connection. It's a way we show affection, build intimacy, and feel safe in a relationship. But for some women, the desire for physical touch—both sexual and ...

When it comes to maintaining a strong and passionate connection in a relationship, many couples focus primarily on the sexual aspect. While sexual intimacy is undoubtedly important, there’s another, ...

As couples move into their 40s and 50s, marriages are tested by shifting priorities, health changes, and evolving family ...

We’ve all heard that intimacy is central to the health of most long-term romantic relationships. But what is it exactly? And how do we cultivate more of it? Researchers have found that in the context ...

In a world where physical intimacy often centers around sex, couples can sometimes overlook the profound impact of non-sexual touching. Incorporating regular non-sexual touching sessions into your ...

This research-backed technique invites you to rediscover your spouse through sensation, attunement and shared vulnerability—beyond expectations. In the dynamics of marriage, intimacy manifests in ...