relationships

What Whitney Houston's National Anthem Taught Me About America

Love is political. Church is political. Our friends and family are political.

By R. Eric Thomas February 17, 2020

How Reno Became the 'Divorce Capital of the World'

Reno, Nev., relied on the divorce trade to keep her coffers full

By Sofia Grant February 13, 2020

When U.S. Laws Punished Men for 'Seduction,' Women Were the Ones Who Got Judged

Between 1848 and 1935, the U.S. embarked on one of the most ambitious judicial experiments in its history: the attempt to regulate seduction

By Clement Knox February 4, 2020

More People Think It's Fine for Unwed Couples to Live Together. Here's Why Many Still Think Marriage Is Better

More Americans have lived with a romantic partner than have married one, a new study from Pew Research shows. And only a small minority of people now see unwed couples living together as anything to...

By Belinda Luscombe November 6, 2019

Here's What Young People All Over the World Say They Want Most in a Partner

What do humans really want in a long-term partner? If people were given a limited menu of characteristics from which to choose, what would be the non-negotiables? And how much of what we value in...

By Belinda Luscombe September 13, 2019

A Sexologist, a Comedian and a Woman on a 'Man Fast' Rewrite the Rules of Dating

"You just want the best of everything, don't you?" my date asked--nay, accused--as I nursed a Negroni and balked. Don't we all? As a millennial woman, I've been groomed to never settle. It's implicit in...

By Raisa Bruner August 8, 2019

How Often Do People Lie on Dating Apps? Here's What Two Researchers Found

Nearly one-fourth of young adults are looking for love through dating websites or apps. This relatively new form of courtship can give you access to a large pool of potential partners. It also presents a...

By David Markowitz, University of Oregon / The Conversation July 31, 2019

Tinder Aims to Keep Global LGBTQ People Safe

Tinder says you can expect to see these roll-outs in the coming days

By Nadia Suleman July 24, 2019

Can Wearing a Hat Contribute to Baldness?

Take off that hat. It will make you bald. It’s the sort of thing an opinionated grandparent might tell a grandchild wearing a hat indoors, but there are some who believe there’s wisdom in the...

By Markham Heid June 17, 2019

Feeling Lonely in Your Relationship? Here's What to Do About It

Being lonely is not just an emotion reserved for those who are single or alone. But there are ways to work through it. "It’s very common that people find themselves in long-term relationships feeling lonely,”...

By Candice Jalili March 19, 2019

The Secrets to Dealing With Rejection, According to Experts

Rejection hurts. And it hurts regardless of who is rejecting you or how you’re getting rejected. Research confirms it, finding that when people get rejected, they often feel jealous, lonely and anxious. What’s more, we...

By Audrey Noble December 20, 2018

Your Brain Works Against You When You Argue With Your Significant Other. Here’s How to Fix That, According to an Expert

Including the reasons why you shouldn't fight over text

By Belinda Luscombe December 12, 2018

Why You Should Stop Trying to Find Your Soulmate—And What to Do Instead

Hollywood, romance novels, picture-perfect depictions of relationships on social media: It's all-too-easy to believe in soulmates. But while nearly two-thirds of American adults believe in them, according to a 2017 Monmouth University poll, psychology professor...

By Annabel Gutterman November 2, 2018

How to Tell If Someone Is Manipulating You—And What to Do About It

If you’ve ever felt like something is off in a close relationship or casual encounter—you’re being pressured, controlled or even feel like you’re questioning yourself more than usual—it could be manipulation. “Manipulation is an emotionally...

By Cassie Shortsleeve October 16, 2018

How to Be a Good Friend, According to an Ancient Philosopher

A compelling guide to finding, keeping and appreciating those around us

By Philip Freeman October 9, 2018

Honesty Isn't Always the Best Policy in Relationships. Here's When Experts Say It Might Be Better to Lie

You were probably taught to never lie: Your parents likely preached the power of the truth. Your partner told you honesty matters most. But researchers say there is a lot we get wrong about deception,...

By Cassie Shortsleeve October 2, 2018

The Latest Thing Millennials Are Being Blamed for Killing? Divorce

Generation X and especially millennials are being pickier about who they marry

By Ben Steverman / Bloomberg September 25, 2018

This Is the Best Way To Fight With Your Partner, According to Psychologists

When it comes to relationships, conflict is inevitable. But it doesn’t have to be emotionally distressing or callous. Couples can disagree and, yes, even fight while still showing compassion and respect for each other, according...

By Carly Breit September 24, 2018

Why Ending a Friendship Can Be Worse Than a Breakup

There is no shortage of songs, movies and television shows depicting the difficulties of breakups with a romantic partner. But when it comes to navigating the end of friendships, it can feel like we're on...

By Carly Breit September 24, 2018

Here’s the Best Way to Start a Conversation with Young People About Sex and Consent

For parents and teachers trying to get them to open up—without pushing them away

By Donna Freitas September 21, 2018

How to Make the Perfect Apology

How do you apologize for something hurtful? Crafting an apology that can make the person you’ve hurt feel better is no small feat. In fact, in order to be truly effective, an apology must contain...

By Candice Jalili September 20, 2018

9 Ways Being Single Can Improve Your Life

Being single isn’t always a walk in the park—especially when movies and television shows seem to push the concept that you aren’t truly "complete" until you’ve found a significant other. People’s single lives are often...

By Candice Jalili September 20, 2018

How to Know When It's Time to Let Go of Someone You Love

If you’ve ever seen a romantic comedy, you’ve likely watched two people who find a way to be together — no matter what obstacles stand in their way. The reason is always simple: They’re in...

By Carly Breit August 27, 2018

How Sleep Affects Your Relationships, According to Science

In a properly functioning body, sleep helps the brain process your emotions and memories from the day. You wake up well-rested with enough mental space to both create and log new memories and work through...

By Cassie Shortsleeve August 3, 2018

You May Be In a Codependent Relationship. Here's How to Overcome It

We’ve all heard the saying, “Relationships are about give and take.” And it’s true — when you love someone, it’s natural to make small concessions so that your partner feels loved and appreciated. But what...

By Carly Breit August 2, 2018

Ask Dr. Ruth: How Do I Broach the Subject of Personal Hygiene With My Partner?

I don’t want to hurt their feelings

By Dr. Ruth Westheimer March 22, 2018

Ask Dr. Ruth: How Can I Help My Partner Last Longer in Bed?

‘Most men can be taught how to control their orgasms’

By Dr. Ruth Westheimer March 15, 2018

We Could Hack Mosquitoes to Prevent Dengue and Zika

These are today's best ideas

By The Aspen Institute March 7, 2018

Ask Dr. Ruth: Where’s My G-Spot?

After 30 years of working as a sex therapist, the legendary Dr. Ruth isn't done sharing her wisdom. Here, she answers your most pressing questions on sex, relationships and life. Email your own queries to...

By Dr. Ruth Westheimer February 22, 2018

How to Make Friends as an Adult — and Why It's Important

It will be worth it for your health and happiness

By Mandy Oaklander February 15, 2018

Ask Dr. Ruth: How Do I Keep My Long-Distance Relationship From Fizzling Out?

Fantasies (and good communication)

By Dr. Ruth Westheimer February 8, 2018

Ask Dr. Ruth: How to Tell a New Sexual Partner That You Have an STD

There's a silver lining

By Dr. Ruth Westheimer February 1, 2018

Ask Dr. Ruth: How to Focus on Creating a Better Sex Life

You’ll need a good fantasy or two

By Dr. Ruth Westheimer January 25, 2018

College Student Emails Every Claudia on Campus in Search of His Missed Tinder Connection

He didn't mean to swipe left

By Lena Grossman January 23, 2018

Ikea Is Coming Through With a Swedish Life Hack to Solve This Extremely Common Relationship Problem

Those who co-sleep with their partners know that the struggle can truly be real, especially if the person you share a bed with has a tendency to steal the blankets. However, Ikea, home goods giant...

By Cady Lang January 23, 2018

How People Change Their Love Lives According to Money

They also change when thinking about danger or kids

By Belinda Luscombe January 22, 2018

Ask Dr. Ruth: What You Should Do When Your Body Makes Strange Sounds During Sex

You know you've been there

By Dr. Ruth Westheimer January 18, 2018

Ask Dr. Ruth: When Should I See a Sex Therapist?

The famous — and hilarious — 89-year-old therapist has a new sex column on TIME

By Dr. Ruth Westheimer January 11, 2018

New Love and the Beauty of Emotional Baggage

We fret a lot about the emotional baggage we bring to relationships, as if the goal is to come to each new love empty-handed, our hearts wiped clean. But recently, when I read that the...

By Susanna Schrobsdorff January 11, 2018

Love Languages Author: How to Be There for a Spouse with Alzheimer’s

More married couples looking for help have sought it out from Gary Chapman's colossal bestseller [tempo-ecommerce src="https://www.amazon.com/dp/080241270X/?tag=timecom-20" title="The 5 Love Languages" context="body"] than any other modern book. More recently, the quietly spoken pastor and counselor...

By Belinda Luscombe December 11, 2017

5 Times Strangers Were Incredibly Kind on the Internet in 2017

From finding a favorite toy to rebuilding a wheelchair van

By Ashley Hoffman December 7, 2017

9 Ways to Get People to Like You Without Saying a Word

It's easier than you think

By Shana Lebowitz / Business Insider November 1, 2017

Affairs Are Only Human — But That Shouldn't Be Your Excuse

We've reconsidered divorce. Now we're rethinking infidelity. But are we missing the point?

By Belinda Luscombe October 23, 2017

Men Are More Satisfied By ‘Bromances’ Than Their Romantic Relationships, Study Says

Young men get more emotional satisfaction out of “bromances”—close, heterosexual friendships with other males—than they do out of romantic relationships with women, according to a small new study published in Men and Masculinities. Intimate male...

By Amanda MacMillan October 12, 2017

The Surprising Link Between Marriage and Heart Health

People in marriages that steadily get sweeter have lower cholesterol and healthier weight than marriages that stay the same, according to a new 16-year study. But both were preferable to marriages that got worse: couples...

By Amanda MacMillan October 9, 2017

My Post-Divorce Dating App Experiment

'Why does this process have to be so unromantic and unsexy?'

By Ricki Schultz September 22, 2017

relationships

What Parents Want for Their Kids' Futures

Singles Are Starting to Care Less About Looks. Here’s What They Want Instead

Weddings Are Happening in 2021. Are Guests Ready?

Being Single Was Just a Part of Their Lives Before the Pandemic. Then It Became the Defining One