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In love with my married friend - should I tell him?

Love and relationships
Auntyji, I began chatting with my ex-classmate recently and have developed feelings for him. He is married and belongs to Muslim religion. Should I confess my love to him? Alice (26), Aligarh.

The four ways a relationship can change you

Love and relationships
Your relationship can change you – for better or worse. New research reveals why that should matter to you and your partner.

Why your new love is just like your ex

Love and relationships
Does your current partner remind you of your ex? Or are the two as different as can be? Recent Canadian research reveals why we choose to date people who are similar to each other – or not at all.

Imagine a lover's touch to ease your stress

Love and relationships
What do you do when you’re stressed? Science reveals a great tip for getting through tough times – and all it takes is a little imagination.

Scared to be single? Stay choosy!

Meeting someone
Do you worry about being single? Your fears could get in the way of that great relationship you’re hoping for, recent Canadian research shows.

Polyamory: Top seven facts

Love and relationships
Polyamory means having (or wanting) relationships with more than one partner. Want to learn more about polyamorous relationships? Read our top seven facts.

Why you shouldn’t believe in sexual soul mates

Love and relationships
Do sexual soul mates exist? Believing you either have sexual chemistry with a partner – or don’t – can have a major impact on your sex life and relationship.

Top 7 facts about mixed race relationships

Love and relationships
Globalisation has reached our love lives. The world and its people is one big oyster and interracial relationships are on a rise. Check out some facts here!