Control struggles between partners are often the ruin of a couple. But what is a battle for “control” in the context of a relationship? When I introduce this concept in couple’s therapy, there is ...

“Before you leave him, leave him alone.” That is what the older women in one 12-step group used to say when talking to younger peers who were struggling with their codependency. The premise is simple; ...

For generations, men were seen as the dominant force in relationships, traditionally expected to take the lead in dating, ...

A relationship can become toxic when one person starts to have more control than the other, and there is a breakdown in communication. Someone may start to feel pressure from their partner or partners ...

Imagine a hostage situation. A woman is trapped in her home, and her life and the lives of her family members depend on how well she obeys her captor’s commands. A hostage negotiator calls and asks if ...

Healing means control. That is what I learned when I started medical school nearly a decade ago. It’s a belief embedded so deep in our understanding of medicine that it usually escapes conscious ...

Films like 'The Girlfriend' remain relevant across time because they address patterns that persist within romantic ...

When you choose to stay in a relationship that no longer serves you, you often operate from fear, and not alignment. Here are ...

When it comes to finding lasting love, chemistry and compatibility often take center stage in discussions about relationships. However, relationship experts are increasingly highlighting an often ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Leaders who demonstrate high emotional intelligence (EI) are often praised for their ability to empathize, communicate, and ...