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Why Men Should Date Women Their Own Age

Compatibility, emotional maturity — and, yes, great fun — are just a few of the reasons. read

Don't Delay Your Health Care Planning

Decisions about late-life care can start at the kitchen table. read

friends & Family

How to Make New Friends

Relocating after decades in one place? Here's how to connect. read

How to Be a Good Friend to Your Grownup Kid

5 tips for nurturing your relationship. read

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sex & intimacy

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Great Sex Without Intercourse

You don't have to go all the way to go all the way. read

Can a 'Hall Pass' Be Good for a Relationship?

Some couples see sex with someone else as a means of staying together. read

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dating

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Dating in the Digital Age

Here's what you need to know about the new rules for online romance. read

3 Dating Rules (and When to Break Them)

Your mother said, "Never talk to strangers." Now you're about to do just that — and more. read

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How to Watch Television — Without a Television

Beat high cable costs and better accommodate your schedule. read

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How to Text Message

R U texting yet? It's a great way to stay in touch — and it can even save you money. read

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house & home

Spring Into Gardening Season

5 easy (frugal) ways to get your plants and garden ready. read

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18 Ways to Save on Household Expenses

Cut your cleaning, gardening and other home costs with these money-saving tips. read

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Caregiving

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The Impact of Dementia on a Family

Who's in charge when a parent gets sick? read

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'Granny Pods' Offer Independence for Loved Ones

Backyard cottages offer high-tech alternatives to nursing homes. Watch

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getting around

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Have You Seen the Latest in Auto Safety?

14 cool innovations to help steer you out of harm's way. read

Should You Take a Driver Safety Class?

One reason to say yes: discounts on your auto insurance. read

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What to Do When Sex Is Painful

Discomfort during intercourse can usually be remedied by a trip to the doctor or drugstore. read

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Dr. Pepper Schwartz | Relationship Expert

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Are You Ambivalent About Your Caregiving Role?

3 ideas for dealing with difficult feelings. read

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Barry J. Jacobs | Caregiving Expert

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