Harry Stack Sullivan, in The Interpersonal Theory of Psychiatry , argues that human beings have a biological drive to develop and establish interpersonal relationships. In Biological Basis for Human Social Behavior , R.A. Hind suggests that a person’s “attachment style”—the way in which they relate to other human beings and form relationships with them—is developed mostly during childhood. The attachment style tends to persist into adulthood but is not fixed and can be modified either positively or negatively as the result of further interactions.

In addition to socialization there are other factors that effect an individual and the relationship of these factors to the personality factor must be considered.

This power struggle is a turn off. I have heard it many times from different men. Why do we always want to prove to men that we are smarter, tough, and independent? Why keep score?

How do you approach a woman without risking a big “go away”? It is easier than many men would think.

Most couples just go from one day to the next and one year to the next without ever discovering the true meaning of what positive and nurturing relationships are really all about.

There have been volumes written about the differences between men and women. We clearly handle things differently. But, when it comes to matters of the heart; emotions are universal - A tear is a tear is a tear!

The Internet has made connecting and re-connecting far easier than ever before. In fact it is now effortless, but the question I beg is should we contact old flames just because it is easy to do so? We have to think about the other person's life and the effect it may cause them before we do. This only gets more true as time goes on, your life has changed significantly, surely theirs has as well. What impact will your casual hello have on them? It could be wonderful or catastrophic.

In this final section of a five-part series on making marriage work, Joan discovers that taking loving action on her own behalf, instead of waiting for Justin to make her happy,creates the closeness and intimacy with Justin that she desires.

Getting over someone you love can be very difficult, especially if you're not ready to let go. But if a relationship diminishes your self-worth, devalues you, or drains you in any way, then it's probably time to end the relationship. Here's how.

Nearly half of marriages in the United States end, and one of the biggest reasons for this is infidelity. This article will help you understand exactly what infidelity is, why it happens, and how to cope with it if it happens to you.

I did everything possible to save our relationship. I gave in a lot, but I could not save. We will be breaking-up soon. That has already broken my heart. This relationship was made brick by brick over so many years. What all we did not do to make it last? But alas, we are breaking -up.

Have you always wondered why do kids resist their parents even though they have their interests at heart? This happens to me when I am young. I find that I am attracted towards my friends and buddies in schools than towards my mentors, teachers or even my parents. This article will explore the reasons behind attractions, and what make us gravitate towards one person or one particular group, without ourselves realizing it!

I'll admit it, I'm one of the unlikely guys to EVER find a DATE, let alone find an attractive woman to marry me. Truth is, I'm an overweight and out-of-shape middle-aged guy, who has one of those lazy eyes that floats around aimlessly, no matter what I’m actually looking at. Even the nerds laughed at me in school. So - How did I turn it all around?

If you suffer from shyness or social anxiety and would like your life back then you may wish to read this article. It provides an answer that will set you free once and for all.

After ending another long relationship, the author realized he was responsible for all his failed relationships. On top of that he found he was not as intellegent as he once thought. He has a plan to make things better.

Being a man that pampers and caters to his woman. I have often heard conversations between women on this topic. Some good, but the majority being bad. Since I feel that most women are deceived on how to get their man to pamper them I decided to write this suggestive article.

All of us have an occasional bad day. However, there are two fundamental reasons a relationship gets chronically out of synch.

This Holiday Season, instead of fighting the unsettling feelings,sink into them. Remember that all transitions have wonderful moments and scary moments, and that by staying connected to your feelings, you can navigate yourself to a more fulfilling and authentic New Year.

How close do you want to be with your partner? Here are tips and tools for getting and staying close.