We all want an easy love, or at least one that doesn’t make us panic, bolt, or force us to become a detective. Of course, ...

For many people, pets provide unconditional love, companionship, and a sense of security. But not all human-pet relationships are beneficial, and some may contribute to stress and anxiety rather than ...

One of the challenges of being human is to achieve a balance between conflicting desires for independence (individuality and freedom) and the desire for intimacy and acceptance by significant others.

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Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Mark Travers writes about the world of psychology. We all want a love that’s easy, or at least one that doesn’t make us panic, ...

We are hardwired to need people, and there is nothing wrong with that. For example, you might lean on or need your partner or spouse more during challenging times in your life. Sometimes, our ...

In the spring my first romantic partner broke up with me. I entered a new relationship a few months later, surprising myself with how quickly I moved on. However, I find myself worrying every single ...

And that exhaustion is quietly changing dating culture in ways that aren’t getting enough attention. Attachment fatigue isn’t ...

I feel uncomfortable around silence. Not with people I am not close to but mostly with people who I am afraid I can lose. I also have this issue where I feel like if I do not always have something to ...