We often think that sex leads to intimacy, and while this can be true, it's more often the case that it's the other way around.

The quiet struggles in many Nigerian homes found expression on Thursday on Victoria Island, Lagos, as clinical psychologist and associate professor, Dr. Pamela Udoka, unveiled her latest book, The ...

How Important is Intimacy in a Relationship? This article was reviewed by Kelly Brown MD, MBA. Intimacy doesn’t just feel good — it’s also a sign of a healthy relationship. Couples who have regular ...

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 ...

You’re here because you have questions about intimacy and aging. Whether you’re experiencing changes in function, navigating new relationships, or simply curious about what intimacy looks like in ...

Here’s why emotional maturity, insight, self-control and communication skills can sometimes mask a deeper fear of closeness.

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, ...

Few human endeavors are as rewarding and potentially frightening as acts of intimacy. In Robert Sternberg's triad of love—passion, intimacy, commitment—the intimacy stage of a relationship ...