This article was reviewed by Lynn Marie Morski, MD, JD. If you want to protect yourself from intimacy transmitted infections (STIs) and unplanned pregnancies, safe intimacy is an important way to do ...

Sexual health is never easy to discuss, and when a virus like herpes is involved, it can be even more difficult. However, in today's world, where conversations of intimacy, consent, and well-being are ...

How Important is Intimacy in a Relationship? This article was reviewed by Kelly Brown MD, MBA. Intimacy doesn’t just feel good — it’s also a sign of a healthy relationship. Couples who have regular ...

Emotional intimacy is a cornerstone for healthy and connected relationships and is related to our overall happiness and emotional health. While there are several common types of intimacy, such as ...

A cancer diagnosis changes many parts of life. Conversations often focus on treatment plans, test results, and physical recovery. What is discussed far less is how cancer affects intimacy and sexual ...

When I was in high school, I spent a fair amount of time in the principal's office, for reasons which more or less boiled down to “trouble at home” and the fact that I had issues with authority ...