...of different difference opinions and experiences when it comes to saying those three little words with a lot of (unnecessary?) hangwringing attached. "I love you." When do/did you say this and/or why didn't/don't you?
I Love YouRelationships can come with complications. Discussion about when it really is the "right time" to leave a relationship.
Should I get out now?When does friendly joking cross the line to flirting? How can you have a friendship with someone while asserting that you do not want to date them? And how does age complicate all of it?
Is it wrong to entertain a much older man?13 & 16, 17 & 25, 19 & 38? Do you have a (much) older (or younger) boyfriend, girlfriend or crush? Here are some good questions to ask yourself when your partner is markedly older than you are to see if it does matter, and more importantly, if it's really okay, balanced and healthy.
Age-disparate basics ("Does age matter?")What happens to romantic relationships after high school or some other transition? Has yours soared like the Spirit of St. Louis, sank like the Titanic, or fallen somewhere in between? When do you know it's time to give it up, or there's still room for work? Discuss with everyone and help us get ideas for an upcoming article!
What happens to relationships after high school?Having a hard time making friends? Need help approaching people? Frustrated with being shy? You're not the only one. Check out this lengthy thread detailing one guy's efforts to get out and create a social life. Between his experiences and the advice given to him, it's an informative read.
Man I am getting frustratedOur users share their thoughts on the various ways in which parents should talk about sex with their children.
How should your parents talk to you about sex?Aside from housing, feeding and clothing you, is there a place for parents in your lives? How involved do you want them to be? How involved do you think they should be? What do you want from your parents and how can you communicate this to them?
For parents of teens, it's always a juggling act. When and how should you be supportive? When should you apply the brakes? When should you just close your eyes and hope that your kid is well prepared to do the right thing? This is the scary part of being a parent.
An open discussion for both teens and parents!
The role of your parents in your lifeWhat are meals like at your home? Is a time of sharing and strengthening of family bonds or is it more "grab and growl" alone with everyone on the go?
At the dinner table...For those of you who are currently or who have very recently been in a romantic or sexual relationship, share the scoop on what's real for you in the day-to-day.
Relationship Realities