For many of us, the quality of our close relationships determines how good we feel about ourselves, and about life in general. Though we usually think about closeness to mean the same as intimacy, ...

Humans are social creatures by nature, yet some of us struggle to form deep connections with others. The patterns that emerge in people without close relationships often develop gradually and can ...

We've all heard the expression "happy wife, happy life." But research shows having a happy partner can also help you live a healthier life. They followed about 2,000 married couples. Those who ...

A decades-long study suggested that close relationships with family members during teenage years could lead to a rich network of friendships in adulthood. By Emily Baumgaertner Nunn To many teens, ...

While most parents struggle to stay close with their grown children, those who master this delicate relationship transformation share nine specific habits that create bonds strong enough to last a ...