Sexual intimacy has been shown to play an important role in improving various aspects of partnership functioning. One way it may do so is through its ability to promote adaptive coping skills. When...
Strategies for Long-Term Trust, Intimacy, and Mutual Respect
Intimate relationships require time and effort to build and maintain. They are based on trust, honesty, vulnerability, and openness....
Authenticity is an important factor that affects the perceptions of honesty, reliability, and consistency in a relationship. When individuals are authentic, they are more likely to be honest,...
What is balancing professional obligations with sexual identity?
Balancing professional obligations with sexual identity refers to the process of integrating one's sexual orientation into the...
Honesty and Disclosure in Relationships: Navigating Self-Protection and Moral Responsibility
One important aspect of maintaining healthy romantic and platonic relationships is balancing honesty...
How does concealment of sexual behaviors online influence relational trust, authenticity, and self-concept?
When individuals choose to conceal their sexual behavior online, it can lead to several...