They watched small slights and unmet needs pile up until their home felt unfamiliar and quiet. Instead of arguing about one big event, they learned the hard way that slow, steady neglect and unspoken ...

Recovery from relationships that have suffered chronic resentment is long, complex, and fraught with setbacks, whether the couple breaks up or tries to repair the damage done to the union. Unlike ...

As part of the fight or flight instinct we share with all mammals, anger activates every muscle group and organ of the body. The biochemicals secreted in the brain during the experience of anger—most ...

Over the course of a relationship, you’ll likely encounter complex and difficult emotions, from jealousy to grief to shame. All sorts of feelings can test a couple’s bond, but one of the more stealth ...

“Making amends helps heal everyone involved,” said Shoreline Recovery Center Therapist Max Kubota. “Sincere apologies, taking accountability and making progress toward rebuilding trust are all ...