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Family, friendships, marriage and sex, all directly affect our mental health and wellbeing, we bring you tips, features and explainers
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…
Is porn...
Is porn cheating? Addictive? Bad for you? We answer all of your top questions about your relationships with porn.…
Spot the signs that your friendship has turned sour with columnist Michelle Elman
Recognise the signs, and learn what to do if someone once close to you is feeling less like a cheerleader and more like your adversary…
4 relationship theories (and what they teach us about how and why we love)
From the ‘colour wheel theory’ to ‘attachment styles’, we’re exploring four fascinating relationship theories that teach us about the intimate workings of ourselves and others…