Depression and Low Sexual Desire: What’s the Link?
Learn how depression can affect sexual desire, intimacy, and connection in relationships, plus ways couples can rebuild closeness together.
Seasonal Affective Disorder: Winter Blues
As the days get shorter and the weather gets cooler, many people experience a shift in their mood and energy. For some people, this change of season triggers what’s often called the “winter blues.” While feeling less motivated or energized in the colder months is common, for some, these feelings can become a more serious […]
Fight, Flight, or Freeze: Maintaining Connection Through Conflict
Discover how to recognize fight, flight, or freeze patterns in conflict and use communication, empathy, and time-outs to reconnect.
When Your Partner Withdraws: Understanding Emotional Withdrawal in Relationships
Written by the CICC Clinical Team | Center for Intimacy, Connection and Change If your partner pulls away just when things start to feel more intimate — going quiet, becoming less available, or seeming to disappear right when you need them most — you are not imagining it, and you are not alone. Emotional withdrawal […]
Understanding Asexuality: What Causes It, Whether to Accept It, and How to Navigate Relationships
Written by the CICC Clinical Team For people who identify as asexual, or who are wondering whether they might be, one of the most common questions is deceptively simple: should I accept this about myself, or try to change it? The answer — grounded in both current clinical understanding and the lived experience of asexual […]
Why Do We Keep Having the Same Fights in a Relationship?
Conflict is an inevitable part of any relationship, but when couples find themselves having the same fights repeatedly, it can become frustrating and damaging. Understanding why these recurring arguments happen and discovering ways to stop and prevent fights in your relationship is crucial for maintaining a healthy and harmonious connection. This article will explore the […]
What Gets in the Way of Connecting with Others: Understanding and Overcoming Barriers
Human connection is fundamental to our well-being, yet many people struggle to form and maintain meaningful relationships. The question of “how do people become connected” is crucial as it helps us understand the dynamics of human interaction and the factors that foster closeness. However, numerous obstacles can hinder our ability to connect deeply with others. […]
The Influence of Childhood Trauma on Sexual Desire and Arousal: Navigating the Complexities
Childhood trauma can shape desire, arousal, trust, and emotional connection. Learn how trauma affects intimacy and what can support healing.
Can You Change Your Attachment Style While in a Relationship? Exploring Transformation and Growth
Attachment styles, deeply ingrained patterns of relating to others, play a significant role in shaping the dynamics of our relationships. But can these attachment styles be changed, particularly when we’re already in a relationship? This question lies at the intersection of psychology, personal growth, and the complexities of human connection. In this article, we will […]
The Impact of Attachment Styles on Relationships: Understanding the Dynamics
Navigating the intricate landscape of human relationships is akin to unraveling a tapestry of complexities, where threads of intimacy, conflict, and emotional dynamics intertwine. At the heart of this intricate web lies the concept of attachment, a psychological framework that illuminates the ways in which early experiences shape our interpersonal connections and responses to conflict. […]