Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Mark Travers writes about the world of psychology. The initial months of a relationship, often referred to as the honeymoon stage, ...

With Valentine's Day being a day of romance, when its over we settle back into our normal routines--relationship or otherwise ...

Whether you’re getting to know someone new, are in a talking stage, or have been building a relationship with them for a while now, you may wonder what stage your relationship is in. Understanding ...

While all relationships are unique, researchers have identified a series of stages and turning points most couples inevitably face. Anyone who has been in a long-term marriage or partnership can tell ...

Whether you're in the early months of dating, or married for 20 years, it can be hard to know where you stand romantically. But there are five different stages every couple should lookout for, says a ...

A survey of more than 3,500 people shows romantic phases of a relationship have evolved since the 1970s, specifically for marriage and cohabitation habits. Ever feel just not on the same page as your ...

You can always tell what stage you’re at in the dating process, based on how anxious you feel. According to my friend—let’s call her Ursula—it usually peaks somewhere around date five. “That’s the ...

When a relationship ends, it often feels sudden—but new research suggests the cracks start forming years before the final split. According to a new study by psychology professors Janina Bühler from ...