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

New research published in Violence Against Women identifies distinct profiles of love in romantic relationships and links ...

Fear of intimacy among women now has a physiological explanation, according to new research from the University’s Department of Psychology. The study, led by Robin Edelstein, assistant professor of ...

A throwaway buzzword in pop psychology, intimacy remains a litmus test for the health of relationships and is something everyone should strive for, says Kelly, the bestselling author of The Rhythm of ...

Deep true intimacy is crucial in building a lasting relationship because it forms the foundation of trust, vulnerability, and connection between two individuals. When we allow ourselves to be truly ...

In the "Intimacy Index," conducted by the Berman Center for Women's Health in Chicago, an estimated 3,000 randomly selected adults in New York, Chicago and Los Angeles revealed how they feel about the ...