In a healthy relationship, both partners ideally contribute equally. Each cares for the other in the way they themselves would want to be cared for. Of course, this balance naturally shifts from time to time—for example, when your partner experiences a loss, you might need to step up more…

Breakups are hard on anyone, but if you’ve been through a particularly difficult relationship, you may be dealing with relationship trauma. Relationship trauma can happen in any connection where emotional or psychological harm occurred.

Living with OCD doesn’t mean you can’t have a fulfilling, loving relationship. People with OCD can and do live in healthy partnerships. However, it’s important to understand that OCD is a mental health condition that can contribute to particular relationship issues and complex dynamics…

When you’re growing up, there are certain things that you look forward to. Turning 16, 18, and 21 are big milestones that allow you to take on added roles and responsibilities. But some things occur that you can’t plan for and also couldn’t imagine for yourself. Divorce is one of those things…

Breakups are rarely simple. Even when you know in your heart that ending a relationship was the right choice, you might still find yourself wrestling with regret, second-guessing your decision, and wondering what might have been. This emotional whiplash can be confusing and even distressing…

Emotional validation is a fundamental part of healthy relationships. It helps us feel seen, heard, and safe with our partners. Routine dismissal, criticism, and ignoring of our emotions chip away at our self-esteem and connection with our partners…

Most of us, at some point, have experienced the unsettling feeling of relationship déjà vu. It starts with chemistry and romance, and feels like this time it’ll be different. We make plans and get cozy, then the familiar red flags wave…