Intimate relationships involve emotional or physical closeness between people. Relationships are interdependent and mutually influence each other. Social institutions like marriage acknowledge and uphold intimate relationships. Relationships can be romantic, friendship-based, or non-monogamous
Relationship experts arranged three marriages between six singles. Couples would not meet until wedding ceremony. Five weeks later, couples had to decide to stay or divorce
University of Guelph study shows men cheat more due to sexual excitability. Unhappy women are 2.6 times more likely to cheat. Infidelity can reveal relationship issues that wouldn't otherwise surface
Stopping conversations and sharing daily details indicates relationship issues. Changing attitude and becoming less available suggests relationship problems. Ignoring partner and avoiding arguments may signal loss of connection
Relationship counseling expert Jason Polk provides guidance on assessing relationship health. Trust is essential in relationships, but some mistakes can't be overcome. Unhappiness more often than happiness indicates relationship issues
Critical attitude assumes others' actions are meant to hurt. Inappropriate responses based on gestures and facial expressions. Poor listening skills and distraction during conversations. Impatience and inability to express others' emotions