Relationship Health - Original Articles

Blended Families: The Challenges and the Rewards

While changes to family structure require adjustment for everyone involved, these guidelines can help blended families work out their growing pains and live together successfully.

Quick and Easy Home Repairs You Can Do

Is your home in need of some TLC? Here are a few jobs you can tackle on your own.

Marriage After Retirement: Tips to Stay Happy Together

Retirement can be a surprisingly challenging time for couples. Being prepared can help ward off undue stress on the relationship. Here are some key tips.

You Can Have Great Sex Without Intercourse

Find new ways to explore intimacy with your partner. Changes as you age don't have to spell an end to sharing a deeper connection.

Go Greek for Better Sex

The Mediterranean Diet isn't just good for your health; it can benefit your love life, too. Here's how to diet your way to a better libido.

Nagging: Just What the Doctor Ordered

Need a reason to get moving? Let your nagging spouse (or child) help you out. Learn why nagging can be good for your health.

Overactive Bladder & Sex

This condition, especially common in women, can have embarrassing ramifications in the bedroom. Here's how to cope.

3 Ways Women Sabotage Relationships

On the road to romance, women may encounter several speed bumps. Surprisingly, some are self-inflicted. Learn about the three main roadblocks, plus find tips to get back on track.

Reputations: Hard to Build, Easy to Destroy

Your reputation is the bedrock of your good name. Here's how to look after it.

The Truth About Masturbation

Here's what you need to know about this "hush hush" topic.

4 Signs of an Abusive Relationship

Sometimes it's not a telltale sign of abuse. Other times the victim is in denial. Whatever the situation, there is help.

What Jealousy Can Teach You

Ever find yourself green with envy, even toward your friends? Take the time to examine these feelings so you can understand what they really mean.

The Mysteries of Twin Communication

Learn the science behind this phenomenon.

Is Slumber the Secret to a Happy Marriage?

Having marital troubles? The real problem may lie with your sleeping habits.

Your Partner or Your Pet? Loving Someone With Allergies

You love your pet. But what happens if your significant other can't set foot in your home without coughing or sneezing? Don't let allergies end your relationship. Read on for ways to solve the problem.

How to Prepare for the Death of a Pet

When the dreaded day comes that you have to say goodbye, having a plan in place can help ease the burden of your loss.

Why Long-Married Couples Divorce (and Tips to Help Save Your Marriage)

Long-married couples face crises, too. To help avoid marital dissolution, put these healthy practices into place.

It's Never Too Late to Find Love Again

If you're open to love, your next relationship could be right around the corner.

Kitchen Wisdom: Food Dos and Don'ts for Raising Healthy Kids

Good news from the CDC: Children appear to be slimming down. And healthy meals at home are playing a big role. Read on as experts weigh in on what foods to include, and exclude, from the grocery list.

5 Types of Friends You Need (and a Few You Don't)

Friends matter. They inspire, advise, and comfort us in a way no one else can. Here are examples of some friendships worth cultivating, and others worth cutting.

9 Activities for Indoor Family Fun

Stuck inside with "nothing to do"? Your family will have a blast dancing, storytelling, and writing letters to long-distance relatives.

Your Month-by-Month Guide to Getting the Best Buys

You don't have to be be an extreme couponer to shop smart. Read on for tips on how to score great deals all year 'round.

Living With Cancer? How to Help Others Help You

After disclosing your cancer diagnosis, you may find friends and family behaving differently toward you. Here's how to put an end to the awkwardness.

Back Pain: The Hereditary Factor

Good posture may not be enough to save you from back pain. As it turns out, the physical condition of your back is far more dependent on genes than lifestyle.

6 Ways to Stop Being Late

Are you chronologically challenged? Here are some tips to get in sync with your schedule.

6 Tips for Finding a Live-In Nurse

Being a caregiver for a loved one is a demanding role, and you may find you can't do it all on your own. If you're thinking of hiring live-in help, here are some things to keep in mind.

The Health Benefits of Forgiveness

Not only does holding a grudge affect your relationships, but it can also hurt your health. Here's how to begin letting go of resentment.

Nomophobia: Could You Have It?

It's the fear of being out of cell phone contact, and two out of three adults have this phobia. Are you one of them?

Can Worrying Lead to PTSD?

In small doses, worrying can keep you in check. But in excess, it can be downright debilitating.

Is a Virtual Affair Real-World Cheating?

You exchange emails and texts with someone else but never get physical. Are you being unfaithful to your partner?
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