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Creating a 'culture covenant' to guide your marriage through tough times

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Stop apologizing all the time — say this instead

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How to talk to young kids about sexual assault

78 percent of 800 millennials surveyed between the ages of 18-33 claim they’ve been ghosted.

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What to do if you've been 'ghosted'

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Forget swiping right. 'Slow dating' is a trend that aims for a meaningful connection

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Is 'micro-cheating' really cheating? It depends, experts say

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How I survived the shock of dropping my kid off at college

Kathleen KenehanSep. 16, 2018 / 1:24 AM GMT

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Want to communicate better with your partner? Learn to say 'that's not mine'

Julie ComptonSep. 14, 2018 / 7:45 PM GMT

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What teachers say they need from parents this year

Vivian Manning-SchaffelSep. 10, 2018 / 12:53 PM GMT

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Serena Williams opens up about balancing tennis and 'mom guilt'

Stephanie RuhleAug. 30, 2018 / 6:01 PM GMT

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What you need to know before posting those first-day-of-school photos

Vivian Manning-SchaffelAug. 28, 2018 / 7:47 PM GMT

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'Pawternity' leave is a thing. Here's how to make the most of it.

Dana McMahanAug. 23, 2018 / 9:34 PM GMT

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How to spot a liar, according to researchers

Brianna SteinhilberAug. 15, 2017 / 2:28 PM GMT / Updated Aug. 20, 2018 / 7:22 PM GMT

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The post-wedding blues are real. Here's how to deal with them.

Dana McMahanAug. 18, 2018 / 7:59 PM GMT

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Parents, stop working so hard: Kids can do these back-to-school tasks themselves

Meghan HolohanAug. 13, 2018 / 8:15 PM GMT

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Relationship need a boost? Try these tips to strengthen it

Julie ComptonAug. 10, 2018 / 3:02 PM GMT

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This marriage counselor says a 'good enough' relationship is the one that lasts

Julie ComptonFeb. 14, 2018 / 11:10 AM GMT / Updated Aug. 3, 2018 / 5:06 PM GMT

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'Energy vampires' emotionally exhaust you. Here's how to avoid them.

Sarah DiGiulioAug. 2, 2018 / 7:58 AM GMT / Updated Aug. 2, 2018 / 7:58 AM GMT

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Why therapy dogs love their jobs more than you do

Nicole AudreyMay 30, 2018 / 7:42 PM GMT / Updated July 20, 2018 / 3:01 PM GMT

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Why a cheaper engagement ring may mean a longer marriage

Nicole SpectorJuly 18, 2018 / 9:35 AM GMT