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Marriage makes you smarter

Once the infatuation with your partner fails and the romance is gone, try reigniting your love by learning a language. Doesn't sound like fun? Well, it could make you smarter.

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Casual sex or commitment?

Can you tell by looking at someone's facial features whether they're in a relationship for the long haul or are just after a quick fling?

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Internet blamed for rise in sex diseases

Internet dating and Viagra are among the suspected causes of a sharp increase in sexually transmitted diseases in people over the age of 45.

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Good sex lasts minutes

Contrary to popular fantasy, good sex doesn't need to last for hours. In fact, it only needs to last for a few minutes.

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Programmed to cheat

According to biologists, having multiple sexual partners is normal — in fact, nature prefers it that way.

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Health benefits of falling in love

Research shows, in many cases, love can heal as powerfully as medicine, so here's some great reasons to fall in love.

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Falling in love is good for you

The modern woman's quest for good health, youth and beauty has seen cosmetic surgery become commonplace, a week's wages spent on eye cream the norm, and...

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What does Facebook say about you?

What does Facebook reveal about your emotional state?

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How to survive a break-up

When a relationship ends you can’t speed up the healing process, but you can take control of your grief.

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Experts’ tips for a happier relationship

Don't let work, friends or stress get in the way of your relationship. Take some time out and take a look at these expert tips for a happier relationship.

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How to be healthier

Want a novel way to improve your sex life? Or treat eczema? New medical research has discovered some unusual treatments for all sorts of ailments, finds Helen...

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Why being in love is good for you

Researchers continue to uncover new reasons why being in love is good for you. We unearthed the latest science, just in time for Valentine’s Day.

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What not to say in a crisis

Expert tips on how to help a friend in need.

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Relationship mistakes to avoid

It’s a sad fact that we save our worst behaviour for the one we love, but some red flag habits need to take a hike if you want your relationship to last,...

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Signs of a potential break-up

It's not uncommon to find yourself in a dead-end relationship and wonder why you're there. Sometimes things aren’t working out but you just can't put your...

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"I'm close to giving up on my marriage"

My husband and I have been married for over 20 years and we've gotten to the stage where we're both always angry, always fighting and generally unhappy - well,...

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Sex after giving birth, what can I expect?

I’m about to give birth for the first time to a beautiful baby boy in a month. Assuming there are no complications with the birth (fingers crossed), what can I...

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Most women are attracted to women: study

A new study has found that the amount our pupils dilate can reveal our sexual orientation, and that women are just as likely to be aroused by images of women...

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Nasal spray to cut relationship arguments

A nasal spray containing a "love" hormone could help keep couples calm during arguments.

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I'm married but love to flirt

I think flirting is totally harmless, but my husband has a real problem with my behaviour. I don’t want to have to be on guard whenever I’m out with him and...

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