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 ...

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For some couples, a marriage proposal can mark the end of a relationship. Experts share tips on how to determine if you should move forward with an engagement and why it’s OK to say no. By Martine ...

When anxiety meets avoidance, a relationship can feel like a painful spiral. Here’s how to recognize the trap — and break free. Some people pull away when things get too intense, while others hold on ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about relationships, personality, and everyday psychology. Some couples can’t get enough — or too much — of each other.

Ever feel like you're constantly chasing someone who keeps backing off, or maybe you're the one who needs space while your partner wants more closeness? That's an anxious-avoidant trap. When one ...

If you've ever had to walk into a room full of strangers or speak in front of a crowd, you're familiar with social anxiety. It's a fear of being judged or negatively evaluated. In the future, you ...

One of the most powerful ways people maintain their anxiety is by avoiding whatever it is that makes them anxious. This avoidant behavior can present itself in many different ways: Someone who gets ...

In August, my boyfriend and I went on a trip to Orange County, Calif., to celebrate our third anniversary. As we planned special meals and excursions for the occasion, I had just one question: Did I ...