Friendship breakups don’t all look the same. Like romantic relationships, some end in dramatic blowups—harsh words, slammed doors and an unmistakable line drawn in the sand. Others fade quietly, ...

Family estrangement is having a moment. And although it’s not a new phenomenon, it seems the controversy around the concept has hit an all-time high. From viral stories to hot topic podcasts, social ...

When a relationship hits a rough patch, like betrayal, a major lie, or prolonged emotional distance, trust is often the first thing to crumble. That invisible foundation that provides daily peace of ...

Trust may be easily broken, but harder to repair. Here are three research-backed steps you can use today to start rebuilding trust in your relationship. Many people believe that once trust is broken, ...

Source: Art by Alexi Berry. Used with permission. In 1971 the Bee Gees had their first hit song asking, "How do you mend a broken heart?" They compare the task to stopping rain from falling or the sun ...

Their eyes beg the question: Should we learn how to fix a broken relationship and try to create a better one, take some time away from each other to reformulate, or just give up? Before you can fix a ...

The heart is the seat of emotion. The heart is the symbol of love. Our language is full of words and terms that tie the heart to love, or the opposite. You’re all familiar with the term heartthrob, ...

We cannot avoid fights and disagreements in relationships. So, how do we move forward? NPR's Life Kit offers advice on repairing relationships in the midst of conflict.