While the events that lead to love, marriage, affairs and divorce can often feel arbitrary, for psychologists there is a definitive science behind why some relationships work and some just don’t. In ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Recently, Maryland-based psychologist Dr. Angelica Shiels (@dr..angelica.shie) has been going viral for her deep-dives into what ...

Reality TV gives us a front-row seat to the drama, love, and chaos of romantic relationships, and 90 Day Fiance is no exception. The show offers unforgettable couples whose journeys range from ...

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Would you ever cheat on your partner? Your values, attitudes, and adult brain may very well say no. But what about your automatic, subconscious thoughts and your emotional system? They may have ...

Wouldn’t it be nice if relationships were simple? Imagine. We could just look at someone and immediately slap a label on them that would give us insight into their character, communication style, and ...

Most material in the blogosphere on attachment focuses on how to deal with the avoidant person in relationships. But it isn’t typically the avoidant person who is feeling lonely, anxious, and angry.

We have all borne witness to the tragedy: Your smart, funny, perfect friend is caught in the riptide of a torrid “situationship.” The very bravest of us talk to our friend. We will ask them where they ...

Clear communication, authenticity, and professional guidance are some ways to strengthen your relationship with someone who has avoidant personality disorder. Avoidant personality disorder (AVPD) is a ...