Tag: Sexual Intimacy

Why Commitment Still Matters in the Age of AI Companions

Why Commitment Still Matters in the Age of AI Companions

Imagine feeling lonely, anxious, or uncertain, and having someone available instantly. Someone who always responds, never criticizes you, never gets tired of listening, and consistently tells you that you are valued and important. For a growing number of people, that “someone” is not another person.…

Love is a Battlefield: Understanding Conflict in Romantic Relationships

Love is a Battlefield: Understanding Conflict in Romantic Relationships

All couples fight. Even though it can be painful, conflict is a natural occurrence. Life throws plenty of challenges at couples. Stress, anger, and disagreement are inevitable. You may know the hit 80’s anthem, Love is a Battlefield, where Pat Benatar belts, “We are young,…

Is Sex Really that Important in a Relationship?

Is Sex Really that Important in a Relationship?

Have you ever stopped to wonder just how important sex is within a romantic relationship? Research studies indicate that both sexual frequency and sexual satisfaction are strong predictors of overall relationship quality in couple relationships (e.g. Muise et al., 2016). Sexual satisfaction is essential as…