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Some folks refer to ENM relationships as consensual, disclosed, or open non-monogamy because they are distinguished by ongoing communication and consideration. The term “monogamy” usually refers to a ...

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The emotional distance couples experience in relationships often traces back to psychological defenses formed in infancy.

A new study suggests that sharing moments of silence with your partner could actually be the sign of a healthy relationship. The University of Reading researchers — whose work was published in the ...

What does it actually mean to be a successful relationship? It's not enough to simply be with the same partner for decades, experts say. To really be considered successful, you need to practice a few ...

This fall, my husband Brian and I found ourselves at loose ends. Two children had launched to college and beyond, and the third landed a restaurant job that kept her working most evenings. Suddenly, ...

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