We’ve all heard that intimacy is central to the health of most long-term romantic relationships. But what is it exactly? And how do we cultivate more of it? Researchers have found that in the context ...

Research reveals how this often-overlooked emotional technique creates deeper bonds than physical intimacy alone When most people hear the word “intimacy,” their minds immediately jump to physical ...

In today’s hyper-connected world, where physical intimacy often becomes routine, many couples are discovering an unexpected path to deeper connection – planned periods of abstinence. This approach, ...

Four examples—literary, biographical, autobiographical and contemporary—illustrate the significance of intimacy as a cultural ideal and why, despite our deep longing for it, intimacy remains elusive ...

Ian Kerner is a licensed marriage and family therapist, writer and contributor on the topic of relationships for CNN. His most recent book is a guide for couples, “So Tell Me About the Last Time You ...