In any relationship, trust is paramount, but when it comes to sexual trust, it can be especially difficult to regain once broken. When someone cheats on their partner, they are breaking that trust in...
How does infidelity affect erotic imagination?
Infidelity is when one person in an intimate relationship has romantic or sexual relations with someone else while being committed to another person....
Relationships often involve some level of trust between partners. When this trust is broken, it can have negative consequences for both parties involved. In particular, when trust is broken in a...
Forgiving can be a difficult and complicated process that is often perceived to have negative consequences for both parties involved.
Research suggests that forgiveness may actually benefit the...
Emotional betrayal refers to actions that break the emotional connection between people, such as lying, manipulation, or violating trust. Physical betrayal involves infidelity, cheating, or having...
The impact of secrecy on relational closeness is well documented in psychology. Secrecy can cause feelings of distrust, betrayal, and disconnection between partners. When one partner keeps their...
Betrayal is an all too common occurrence in romantic relationships, which can cause significant damage to both parties involved. It may come as no surprise that most people have been through it at...
What is Intimacy Wound?
Intimacy wound is a term used to describe emotional trauma caused by betrayal, rejection, or lack of connection between partners in an intimate relationship. It can include...
The most fundamental principle of human communication is that it is incomplete without a listener. Without an audience for whom to share one's thoughts, ideas, feelings, and experiences, there is no...
The idea that secrets can damage relationships has been popularized through modern psychology research.
Less attention has been paid to how secrets affect passion and love between romantic...