This surprising rule of life that we set for ourselves as a couple actually allows us to be happy Although it is increasingly accepted that everyone lives their relationship in their own way, certain aspects of life as a couple remain subject to social pressure. For example, childless couples may receive many pressing questions about … Read more
Couple: the 3 reasons for breaking up long relationships, according to a therapist In an era where the average duration of romantic relationships, particularly among younger generations, does not often exceed four years, the question of the sustainability of long relationships inevitably arises. Why do so many couples who have shared their lives for years … Read more
The 4 most toxic lies for a couple In lying, it’s all a question of perception. While obviously keeping quiet about infidelity is widely considered as such, for some of us, the simple fact of not sharing information, even trivial ones, can be experienced as a lie. Certain stories that we tell ourselves or our … Read more
Couple: do you suffer from “roommate syndrome”? Moving in together is often seen as a major step in a relationship. However, this cohabitation can, over time, transform intimacy into simple shared accommodation. When discussions are limited to logistics, intimacy becomes rare and everyone leads independent lives, the emotional bond risks fraying. This phenomenon, called “roommate … Read more
Couple: 5 signs that your relationship can still be saved For several months, have you had the impression that your relationship is on the rocks, that you are not far from breaking up? Although it may not be pleasant, it may just be a passing affair. Certain signs may indicate that there is still hope … Read more
The Acceptance of Couple Violence Scale (ACVS) is a self–report measure designed to assess an individual’s acceptance of violence in intimate relationships. It was developed by researchers at the University of Missouri–COLUMBUSia in 2003. The scale consists of 22 items, each of which is rated on a 5–point LIert scale ranging from 1 (strongly disagree) … Read more