The “ick” might feel like a simple turn-off, but could there be a deeper issue at play? Here are two signs it might be rooted in a fear of intimacy. You know that feeling when everything seems fine ...

There are many types of anger, and it helps to figure out what type you’re expressing. A deep, subconscious fear of intimacy can rear its ugly head, showing up in response to a relationship that is ...

The bedroom silence that settles over many marriages can feel deafening. When physical intimacy dwindles to fewer than 10 times annually, couples find themselves navigating uncharted territory that ...

Marriages have their ups and downs. This is a normal part of being married to someone for several years. One major downside a married couple may experience is a lack of intimacy, whether emotional or ...

Trauma cuts deep. It has the ability to knock the wind out of you and throw you off course. It can creep up gradually, or sometimes feel as though it strikes all at once. The process of finding ...

Have you ever felt suddenly repelled by someone you were previously attracted to? It might be the way they chew, the way they laugh, or even just a random comment that triggers a shift in your ...

People can avoid intimacy in their sexual dynamic by employing all sorts of avoidance methods, Noor says. “They’ll turn the ...

In today’s fast-paced world, intimacy issues are becoming increasingly common, affecting not just emotional well-being but ...

This article was reviewed by Mike Bohl, MD. “Why can’t I get aroused and I’m 20?” It’s a hard thing to have to type into a search bar while you should be living optimistic and carefree. Unfortunately, ...