Whether it’s been a few minutes, a few months or even a few years, it can be pretty shocking if you’re a woman who’s dated a man who comes out as gay after the relationship ends. Then again, maybe it didn’t come as much of a surprise. Either way, you…
You can always expect commentary from the peanut gallery when you embark on a new relationship. But did you know that the peanut gallery – aka your friends – could have a negative effect on you and your beau? After all, your friends have been around a lot longer than…
When partners are facing a tough time in their relationship, then sometimes they need to bring in an outside party to help them sort things out. Half the battle in many relationships is getting both partners to agree to couples’ therapy. Many times, one partner is reticent to do so,…
Couples going through rough patches – or even on the brink of divorce – may look to a marriage counselor for help. But the type of counselor, not to mention his or her certification and counseling style, that you choose can make a big difference. The first thing to look…
If you’re seeking couples’ therapy as a way to repair and improve your marriage or relationship, then you need to know how to go about it in order to receive maximum benefits. First, timing is everything. The success rates of therapy in keeping couples together isn’t great, according to Psychology…
There are numerous benefits of having a person who will keep you motivated during a workout. Studies show that people who have a workout buddy are more inclined to stick with a program than those who don’t. But should that person be your spouse or significant other? It sounds like…
Do you know the signs of compulsive sexual behavior – also known as sex addiction? If you suspect your mate might be addicted to sex, then there are a few signs to look for. First, a little background on sex addiction. The diagnosis remains highly controversial – the disorder isn’t…
One partner’s low libido can be the downfall of a relationship. But if the cause is a medication, particularly one the partner needs for his or her health, then a couple can be in a tough situation. Here are some medications that can affect sex drive. Blood pressure problems can…
Do you prefer the wake and quake? A nooner, perhaps? Afternoon delight? Whatever you call your favorite time of day to have sex, the honest truth is that there’s really no bad time to get it on. It just depends on how you feel and your objective – as in,…
It’s rare to see couples who are divorcing in the same room, getting along and compromising. Usually, splitting spouses approach one another in the stereotypical acrimonious fashion and duke it out in court. But for those who are committed to a civil – and more private — divorce, there’s another…