The immediacy of chatting and messaging has an accelerating effect on the brain.

While dates in the real world are constrained by time and space, texting with attractive others revs up this felt sense of emotional connection because of the dopamine cascade in the brain.

As a couples therapist, I often explore various relationship dynamics with my clients.

One emerging trend that's garnering attention is consensual non-monogamy…

It's a term used to describe relationships where partners agree to engage romantically or sexually with others outside their primary relationship.

Surprisingly, up to 5% of folks in the U.S. embrace such a lifestyle…

If you’re wondering how to deal with triggers from infidelity, here are 10 essential tips from neuroscience and science-based couples therapy that can abbreviate your suffering and accelerate your healing…

Why do some humans seem to love so competitively?

If they set their sights on someone, they will openly compete to entice them away from their current relationship.

The term is “mate poaching” (Schmitt et al. 2004; Schmitt and Buss 2001).

Post-infidelity stress disorder (PISD) can be a challenging hurdle for couples to overcome.

However, with the proper guidance and support from couples therapy experts, recovery is quite possible.

I’ll offer a few insights from renowned thought leaders in couples therapy on post-infidelity recovery.

Additionally, I'll provide a post-infidelity stress disorder quiz, along with a scoring legend, to help individuals assess their experiences and navigate the path to healing…

Recovering from infidelity is a challenging endeavor that requires both partners to navigate complex emotions and rebuild trust.

In the realm of sexual intimacy, the journey can be particularly heartbreaking and challenging.

But, experts like Michelle Weiner Davis, Esther Perel, Terry Real, David Schnarch, and John Gottman offer invaluable guidance on how couples can rediscover passion and connection after an intimate betrayal… Let’s jump in…

Surviving infidelity demands more than mere endurance; it necessitates a profound journey of introspection, healing, and transformation.

Drawing from the wisdom of leading neuroscience and relationship dynamics experts, I’ll discuss the intricacies of navigating the tumultuous waters of infidelity with resilience, authenticity, and grace.

Infidelity inflicts deep wounds on a relationship, wounds that often take years to heal, if ever fully.

As the initial shock of betrayal subsides, resentment can take root, poisoning the well of intimacy and trust. But what happens as time goes by?

Let’s look at the research on resentment one year after infidelity, exploring its persistence, manifestations, and implications for long-term relationship dynamics.

"Malevolent infidelity" refers to a particularly harmful form of betrayal within romantic relationships, characterized by deliberate deceit and malicious intent on the part of the unfaithful partner.

This type of infidelity often involves calculated actions aimed at causing emotional harm to the betrayed partner, such as engaging in affairs with full knowledge of the consequences or manipulating the partner's trust for personal gain.

An exit affair, also known as a "break-up affair" or "transitional affair," occurs when a partner engages in infidelity as a means to exit their current relationship or marriage.

This type of affair typically arises from dissatisfaction, resentment, or a desire to end the existing relationship but lacking the courage or ability to do so directly.

A "split self" affair, also known as a compartmentalized affair, refers to a situation where an individual engages in an extramarital relationship while still maintaining their commitment to their primary partner.

This type of affair often involves the individual creating separate compartments in their life, keeping the affair hidden from their primary partner and sometimes even from themselves to some extent.

The dynamics of such affairs can be complex and often involve various psychological processes. Let’s jump in…

Regret after a divorce, especially one that involves infidelity, is a complex emotion that numerous factors can influence.