The Art of Intimacy

How Sex Addiction is Affecting Your Life

Thu, 18 Sep 2008 08:38:18 -0800

This month, gossip blogs and celebrity magazines were rocked with the news that Californication star David Duchovny checked into rehab for sex addition.

Previous reports suggested that Duchovny was struggling with an addiction to Internet pornography and cybersex, but more recent rumors maintain that actual physical infidelity occurred. ...

Dating After a Breakup: 4 Things You Must Know

Sat, 23 Aug 2008 07:53:19 -0800

After a significant relationship ends, or if you've been through a divorce, the idea of jumping back into the dating world can be overwhelming and intimidating. This is especially true if you are a single parent, or if you have been out of the dating game for a long time. Fortunately, there are many ways you can simplify your return to courtship and make a success out of your newfound singledom. ...

The 5 Office Romance Rules You Need to Know

Wed, 06 Aug 2008 07:13:00 -0800

Can't take your eyes off the attractive woman in the cubicle next to you? Got a thing for your tall, dark, and handsome office buddy?

Welcome to the sometimes wonderful, often awful, world of dating in the workplace. Whether you have a crush on a higher-up or an inkling for a intern, mixing business and pleasure is almost never a good idea. ...

3 Signs That Your Man is Cheating

Tue, 29 Jul 2008 04:30:12 -0800

How do you know if you are dating a cheater? You don't need to be a private eye to suss out these warning signs:

Revived Interest in Appearance: If your partner suddenly undergoes a makeover of sorts, in which he spends much more time on his appearance, it could mean that he is trying to impress someone new. ...

The Secrets Your Partner is Keeping From You

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 05:59:21 -0800

Have you ever wondered what secrets your significant other is keeping from you? Even the most committed, honest partners often have one or two secrets they keep from their loved ones. So what are the most common secrets men and women keep from each other?

He doesn't want you to know that he struggles with body image issues, too. It is customary to see a woman order a salad with dressing on the side and a diet soda. ...

3 Red Flags That You're Headed for a Breakup

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 08:55:54 -0800

When it comes to breaking up, hindsight is 20/20. But wouldn't it be nice if you could tell that you and your partner were headed for a falling out before it happened?

Fortunately, you can predict a break up. And with just a little bit of tweaking, you can get back on track and rescue your relationship before it hits the rocks. ...

Why He Won't Propose

Sat, 21 Jun 2008 04:02:24 -0800

Wedding season is upon us, and as you watch excited friends and family members scurry down the aisle, you might be wondering: When will it be my turn to tie the knot?

It is not unusual to get antsy about ascending to the next stage in your relationship, especially when you see friends of the same age (or younger!) already in the land of happily ever after. ...

The Wrong Kind of Role Playing

Fri, 13 Jun 2008 04:47:45 -0800

Have you ever played the victim?

In relationships, couples tend to take on certain roles. One of the most popular roles is that of a victim. Typical victim behavior includes pouting, sulking, running away from arguments, refusing to make decisions or take responsibility for situations, and adding more to one's to-do list in order to feel like a martyr. ...

Changing a Child's Gender With Hormones

Thu, 29 May 2008 06:15:27 -0800

Would you allow your child to choose to be a man or a woman?

A hospital in Boston might be doing just that. Doctors at the Children's Hospital in Boston are performing hormone-blocking treatments on young boys and girls who are struggling with gender identity. These hormone treatments block the onslaught of puberty, allowing the children to reach maturity before deciding whether or not they want to undergo a sex change. ...

Learn From Miley's Mistake

Fri, 09 May 2008 09:19:34 -0800

Disney popstar Miley Cyrus is currently embroiled in a firestorm of controversy for racy photos which she posed for in the latest issue of Vanity Fair. Whether or not your tweens are fans of Hannah Montana, you no doubt felt a little startled by the blatant sexualization of this fifteen-year-old star. (Some of the pictures included her seemingly topless and posing in an unmade bed. ...