Most people believe that love, intimacy, and social connection are more important than things like fame, wealth, and even physical health when it comes to their happiness (Cacioppo & Patrick, 2008).

Parenting can be one of life’s most challenging yet rewarding experiences. In this month’s Child Development segment, the focus shifts to the adults as caregivers. Child development expert Kendra ...

Not all relationship fights damage partnerships. Some disagreements, when handled properly, can strengthen bonds and improve communication. Here’s how to approach five essential conflicts that can ...

In an era of increasing social disconnection and declining civic participation, the need is more pressing than ever to build skills of connection and engagement. To meet this need, Leila Brammer, a ...

If children aren’t thriving, it’s not because they don’t want to be successful; it’s because there are barriers keeping them from being successful. I once had a mom bring in her 13-year-old boy from a ...

Effective communication is the cornerstone of any thriving relationship. Yet, many men find it challenging to express their ...

The older I get, the harder it is to make new friends. That is the lie I have told myself. The truth is I don’t take the time to create new friendships. I barely give enough time to the ones I have.

For octogenarian Ed Bollinger, moving with his wife to Oak Crest, a senior living community in Maryland, became a family affair. “My oldest sibling spent the last five years living by herself in ...

Love stories that stand the test of time often appear magical from the outside, leaving observers wondering what secret ingredients create such enduring connections. The truth behind these remarkable ...