Drifting apart

Some relationships end loudly, most end quietly. There is no dramatic fight or sudden revelation. Instead, partners gradually stop showing up for each other in small, everyday ways, culminating in a ‘quiet divorce’.

The end of the affair

As Australians mark Movember and shine a light on men’s mental health, Relationships Australia NSW is calling for greater awareness of the emotional toll of relationship breakdown on men – and the need for better access to support services.

Strengthening your relationship in 2021

New Year’s resolutions most commonly focus on eating healthier, exercising, losing weight and being a better person, but improving your romantic relationship could have the most lasting success of all.

Follow your animal instincts to all get along

Self-isolating families can bring the worst out in each other, so here’s how to avoid becoming a shark, turtle or fox by channeling your inner penguin, teddy-bear or owl.

Must love jokes: why we look for a partner who laughs (and makes us laugh)

Studies of courtship on Tinder and Facebook show that a sense of humour is the most valued quality in a potential mate. Whether we’re looking for love or lust, we look for someone with a good sense of humour.