Sociologists say it is common for one or both parties to lose interest during the early stages of dating.

I’m quite disorganised in the evenings and it affects my sleep and my partner’s sleep. And how well we both work the next day. Do you have any suggestions on how I can improve?

Social media and dating apps have brought us illusions of options. It is first a distraction and then pushes us to believe there are alternatives out there

Some patterns and habits keep us trapped in dating limbo. Recognising these pitfalls and addressing them can help you reset and create space for authentic connections

I try really hard to tell my children the truth and not hide the realities of life from them. But yesterday they caught us making out! Now they’re asking many questions and I don’t know what to say!

Friendships are among the most meaningful connections we make in life. Yet, as we grow and evolve, these bonds don’t always grow with us

We’ve been going out for a while now and even keep toothbrushes in each of our homes. So I’m wondering about living together. But it seems so scary! Is moving in a step too soon?

Most people in relationships today have this belief that they can always get a better partner, a better spouse, a better job and a better life somewhere else

The best thing about being comfortable in a relationship is that you no longer have to hide your quirks, and that's when the fun begins

My husband never stops criticising me. I’m not sure he even realises it, but he constantly compares my cooking, clothes, job, and so on unfavourably with other people’s, and it’s wearing me down

All my boyfriends have either mistreated me or just won’t commit. Don’t men like women anymore? Don’t they want to get married?

People often get stuck in toxic relationships, and while it may seem baffling to outsiders, there is a whole buffet of reasons why someone might choose to stay

I have a new boyfriend and I love him. But he wants us to be intimate and I don't. I'd like to have my own family one day, but right now I don't feel the need to be intimate with anyone

I still love my husband, but we’re not as close as we used to be. I think it’s because we don’t put as much effort into our relationship as we should. How can we spice things up?

Several of my friends have divorced, even though I thought they had everything going for them. Why do couples split up so much these days? How can I avoid their problems?

Breakups can be emotionally turbulent and challenging to navigate, but maintaining a sense of awareness can help soften the blow and preserve dignity for all involved

Breakups can be emotionally turbulent and challenging to navigate, but maintaining a sense of awareness can help soften the blow and preserve dignity for all involved

My husband and I used to be fantastic in bed. But it's become a very infrequent routine. I started neglecting intimacy when the kids were small. How do we get back on track?

I have a new boyfriend and I love him. But he wants us to be intimate and I don't. I'd like to have my own family one day, but right now I don't feel the need to be intimate with anyone

The festive season, for many, is a time to make merry, reconnect with loved ones and indulge, but for others, it is the end of the road for their romantic relationships

When one of my relationships starts to go wrong, I never know whether to stay or leave. Either way, I’m afraid I’ll make a mistake. Can you give me some guidelines?

I know my husband is a good man. I can trust him. But I never seem to know what’s going on in his life, and that worries me. So, how do I get him to open up when I suspect something’s wrong?

Everything was fine when we first got married, but our bedroom life has gradually become a war zone. Especially over ‘how often’. Is this how it’s going to be from now on?

Long-distance relationships aren’t easy, but with the right attitude and a good sense of humour, they can be incredibly rewarding

I’ve just found a new boyfriend and for the first time in my life I think he might be ‘the one’! So I find myself talking to him a lot more about myself. Should I tell him everything?

Everyone at work knows I’m married, but there’s a guy who all my colleagues call my work husband. Nothing goes on, just a lot of coffee and talking. So how do I get my colleagues to back off?

Power is determined by whoever earns more money. Whoever makes more money takes the lead in making financial decisions, which means more control

I have a new boyfriend and at first, he was just wonderful. And the best lover I’ve ever had. But lately, he’s got colder, puts off intimacy and keeps disappearing. What am I doing wrong?

I recently saw a risque photo on my daughter's mobile phone! It's a boy from her school, I think, and a bit older than her - she's 14. This is serious, isn't it? What should I do?

In today’s world of fast-paced communication, ghosting has become a silent, cowardly trend. Why communicate when you can just disappear?

When one of my relationships starts to go wrong, I never know whether to stay or leave. Either way, I’m afraid I’ll make a mistake and be full of regret later. Can you give me some guidelines?

While some men may shy away from discussing it, others celebrate, even obsess, the natural vagina scent that can be both alluring and intoxicating

If you thought Black Friday stampedes were intense, try observing the emotional chaos of someone trying to lock down a soulmate before December 25th

More recently, red flags have been used to describe warning signs that reveal negative traits in someone or the general state of a relationship

I really don’t want to get married! But I’m coming under huge pressure from my family and my married friends! Is wanting to remain single such a bad idea?

I don’t have any lifelong friends. All I have are colleagues and acquaintances. How do I make some friends who will be attending the course?

Conflicts and fights are inevitable in relationships. Wherever people are, there has to be fire and it burns with sparks. So, why do couples fight?

If people in no-sex marriages don’t manage the incompatibility between them, they might start to wonder when to walk away from a sexless marriage

Whichever way you choose to find a partner, it is clear that you will have to take risks. Choose your path wisely, because it is a jungle out here

I’m friends with a couple who have split up. I hear stories of old grudges - and somehow I’m supposed to take sides! But how can I choose one friend at the expense of the other?

We both work, so when I come home I expect my husband to help me with the children and dinner. It never happens, of course. So how do I get over my mounting disappointment?

If the man marries a woman in her early 20s when he is in his early 30s, then that is a recipe for chaos

I love my boyfriend and we’re really close, so I’ve decided to start having sex with him. But it’s going to be my first time and I’m afraid I’m going to mess everything up. Advice please!

In a world where men can summon pizza at the click of a button and meticulously build fantasy football teams, they just can’t muster the courage to text “It’s not you, it’s me”

My BF goes silent for days at a time, usually triggered by something I’ve said. His silence has ruined anniversaries, family celebrations and holidays. How do I make him stop?

We’ve become those married couples who ignore each other even when we’re in the same room! How do we go back to the days when we couldn’t keep our hands off each other?

Why do I fall in love with so many guys who are unavailable, like my best friend's new boyfriend? And it always ends badly. Will I ever have a 'normal' relationship?

When you get divorced, remaining friends is not so hard. Understand that falling out of love just means you no longer want to be intimate with them is key

Ever wondered why you always fall for someone emotionally unavailable? Or why you overthink every text message until you’re convinced the relationship is doomed?

I think I’m going crazy. My boyfriend has told me I’m too sensitive and overly emotional so many times that I’m starting to believe it. How can I get better?