Hidden shame, hidden guilt, hidden behaviors, hidden desire. All these secrets could be seen as lies that erode the foundation of love you have worked hard to establish. Intimacy between romantic ...

If you find yourself humming "Let's Talk About Sex" when you see the cover for Alice Wong's new collection, well, there's at least two of us. The much-anticipated new book, Disability Intimacy: Essays ...

How we see sex and intimacy on screen has profound effects on how we learn to love each other. But, what we see on-screen is based on a myth rather than reality. Dr Orna Guralnik, who hosts the hugely ...

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 ...

Imagine feeling deeply connected to the people in your life, knowing that you are understood, valued, and loved for who you are. This sense of connection comes from intimacy—a crucial element in ...

Why is falling in love scary? Why do people often shut down in the face of intimacy? Because of an intense fear of vulnerability. Brené Brown of the University of Houston Graduate College of Social ...

Talking about your experiences, emotions, and goals with your partner can help build emotional intimacy. Small gestures of appreciation, shared laughter, and exploring new activities can also ...

How Important is Intimacy in a Relationship? This article was reviewed by Kelly Brown MD, MBA. Intimacy doesn’t just feel good — it’s also a sign of a healthy relationship. Couples who have regular ...

Heated Rivalry's intimacy coordination was monumental in creating a safe and consensual work environment for one of HBO's ...