A new book about the effects of marital breakdowns reveals the impact on children, as told by them.

The trauma of her parents divorce left her bald. But she was determined to walk down the aisle with a full head of hair.

Eleven things coupled-up friends need to stop saying to their single friends.

COMMENT: Is there anything more gripping than other people's marriages? Yes, there certainly is.

As the Kiwi version of reality show First Dates hits our screens, Russell Blackstock explores how to avoid the romantic pitfalls of that first encounter.

And the damage these friendships can have on romantic relationships, according to a mental health specialist.

Experts say there are some early indications that could help you to spot the heart-breaker at the outset.

Unless they're caught red-handed, how else can you confirm they're doing the dirty on you? Here are 18 clues.

COMMENT: Can a single image represent an entire gender? Kim Knight on the mysterious world of stock photography.

Men reveal what it's like to have a girlfriend with a job in the sex industry.

A new study on the nature of creepiness reveals the most disconcerting behavioural traits and the world's most creepy occupations.

A body language expert explains what Wills and Kate's gestures reveal about the state of their relationship.

A young student who has never had sex is selling her virginity to raise enough money to be able to study abroad.

One Illinois couple celebrated a major milestone yesterday - 77 years of marriage.

After 100 first dates with no follow ups, Liz Melchor has figured out the single thing she was doing wrong.

Having a snoop through your partner's phone can be tempting - but as these discoveries prove, you may not like what you find.

COMMENT: The claims that millennials have less sex has left me perplexed, says Tess Nichol.

Sometimes bridesmaids have better places to be, apparently.

The hidden side of the impact of menopause.

Unhappy endings and their associated artifacts are on display at this unique Los Angeles museum.

A royal biographer has revealed the real reason Cressida Bonas split with Prince Harry in 2014.

What's the worst lie you've told your spouse? Surely it can't be as bad as these confessions.

I truly do feel like someone is missing from my life. Even though I have a partner, I will always be searching, writes Rachel Kramer Bussel.

A study reveals how scheduling a monthly date night can keep a marriage going strong.

COMMENT: The big question, I suppose, was would a house, a husband, kids and a car complete me? The answer, would be a clear no, writes Kim Knight.

COMMENT: Why being one of the cool kids doesn't necessarily last the distance.

A 19-year-old Australian woman has been left outraged after her doctor denied her a repeat of her contraceptive pill.

It may seem like the civilised thing to do, but a study has found being friends with an ex is not good for a new relationship.

Most women will disagree. But as his last child leaves for university, Brian Viner argues that it's tougher for dads.

How Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie clashed over raising their kids and the impact divorce will have on them.