We’re putting the rumours to bed as we explore the truth behind the rising trend of sleeping separately from your partner…
RELATIONSHIPS
Family, friendships, marriage and sex, all directly affect our mental health and wellbeing, we bring you tips, features and explainers
Boundaries in relationships: What you need to know
What is the role of boundaries in relationships, and how do we know if they're healthy or not?…
How do you fix a damaged sibling relationship?
Sibling conflicts don’t end in childhood. Explore the benefits of therapy to resolve tensions and build stronger, supportive family ties.…
How can the hedgehog’s dilemma explain the challenges of emotional intimacy?
Does getting close to others have to involve the risk of getting hurt?…
How to use ‘pebbling’ to build closer relationships
Giving and receiving little gifts has a big effect on our emotional bonds – as the natural world proves……
What is ‘super-helper syndrome’?
Discover the signs of super-helper syndrome, and how you can start putting yourself first……
Better wellbeing reported in older couples ‘living apart together’
A new study suggests that people over 60 have better mental health when they live apart but together than when they are single…
Life after betrayal: Is it possible to rebuild trust in a relationship?
Uncovering the steps to help you move forward following betrayal…
How to help someone you think may be in an abusive relationship
Learn how to spot the key signs of abuse and to navigate the difficult conversations that follow…