Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about relationships, personality, and everyday psychology. Most people fear conflict because it feels like a threat to the ...

Before saying "I do," family lawyers and mental health professionals suggest looking closer at specific behavioral patterns that often predict future domestic turmoil.

Conflict in marriage is often treated like a problem to solve or, worse, a landmine to avoid. Many couples believe that a “healthy” relationship means steering clear of arguments or resolving them ...

Love can be great, but every relationship can have ups and downs as different personalities come into conflict. Psychologist Dr. Harry Cohen talked with Alex Whittler about growing after conflict and ...

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Cavemen and cavewomen probably survived by being stronger than others, more aggressive, and quicker at defending themselves in the face of stressful potential conflicts. The modern world survives, by ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. My parents met while traveling in 1971 and were married six months later. I've learned a lot from their marriage of over 50 years ...

My parents met while traveling in 1971 and were married six months later. I've learned a lot from their marriage of over 50 years that has inspired me in my own marriage. They've shown me that ...