Columnist Michelle Elman explores why we feel the need to set ‘tests’ to see how much people care – and why they’re such a failure…
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Family, friendships, marriage and sex, all directly affect our mental health and wellbeing, we bring you tips, features and explainers
Sex after pregnancy: How to rebuild intimacy after giving birth
How do you feel about sex after giving birth? How are you finding your life as a new mum, and does this conflict with your sexual wellness? Let’s break the taboo around postnatal sex and find solutions to restore intimacy within your relationship…
What are power dynamics in relationships (and how do I resolve an unhealthy imbalance)?
What are power dynamics in relationships (and how do I resolve an unhealthy imbalance)?…
How the latest dating trend teaches you to see people through a new lens
Discover 'James Webbing', and explore how seeing someone from a fresh perspective can do wonders for your relationships…
What is retrospective jealousy, is it normal, and how can I stop feeling jealous?
Are you fixated on your partner’s exes? Are you comparing yourself to them? Is it normal to feel this jealous? And is it possible to overcome?…
What are the signs of narcissistic abuse (and how do I get help)?
Are you anxious about making decisions? Do you feel wary or walk on eggshells when you’re with your partner? Do you feel you need to justify their behaviour? Are you often criticised? Or that whatever you do and say is never quite good enough? It could be a sign of narcissistic abuse…
What is emotional immaturity and how can it impact relationships?
Do you feel like you're walking on eggshells in your relationship? Does your friend or family member talk over you? You could be dealing with an emotionally immature person…
What is relationship anxiety and what can help?
Do they even love me? Are they losing interest? What do they even see in me, anyway? Do you often ask yourself these questions? Are you ambushing your relationship with anxious thoughts? You may have relationship anxiety…
5 tips to help you feel confident on a first date
It’s a classically nerve-wracking scenario, but with the right preparation you can cultivate a sense of confidence for your budding…