Despite many upbeat tales of online matchups or romantic reunions through Facebook or e-mail, there are plenty of cautionary tales. They don't have the high-profile, TMZ-appeal of Tiger Woods' case, but are more devastating to the victims.

Digital dumping is on the rise, according to a survey, with growing numbers of people preferring to use email and social networking Web sites to break up with their partners.

World War II had its “V-mail” – photographed, miniaturized letters both to and from servicemen.  Today’s war has e-mail.

Former District Attorney Jeanine Pirro and psychiatrist Dr. Gail Saltz debate the good, bad and ugly concerning prenuptial agreements. (Today Show)

From sibling rivalry to infidelity, jealousy can pop up in any relationship. Psychiatrist Dr. Gail Saltz shares tips for controlling envy. (Today Show)

Psychologist Belisa Vranich and Shape magazine’s Jared Matthew Weiss offers tips and advice for making a proper apology. (Today Show)

Jennifer Koppelman Hutt and Alexis Stewart, hosts of Sirius Satellite Radio's "Whatever With Alexis and Jennifer," delve deeper into platonic relationships with the opposite sex. (Today Show)

If you're over 35, you might remember long-distance relationships played out over long-distance phone wires. Nowadays, youthful – or tech-savvy – paramours would rather whisper sweet nothings over instant messages, e-mail, Facebook or Skype.

You don’t need Facebook to communicate! That’s why we invented e-mail, IM, sex, talking, flowers and jewelry.  But if you insist on "friending" your sweetie on Facebook, here are some rules to follow. But if you insist, here are some rules to follow.

A Minnesotan erects a five-story ice castle for his wife in their backyard. (Today Show)

When it comes to relationships, men are at least as hard to figure out as women. Here, psychologist Diana Kirschner, author of “Love in 90 Days,” spells out how to avoid DUDs (Definitely Unworkable Dudes) and focus instead on men who give you love that is just right for you.

Death Bear — a 7-foot-tall character created by a New York performance artist — is a self-appointed public servant for the brokenhearted. He takes away old photos, letters and socks left over from failed relationships — and as Valentine’s Day nears, his services are in high demand.

Clinical psychologist Belisa Vranich and Jared Matthew Weiss, contributing editor at Shape magazine, discuss relationship advice for those looking to return to the dating pool following a failed marriage. (Today Show)

Our editorial cartoonists' wry look at the day of romance.

Valentine's Day changes with the times, and even now you're probably already screwing it up with technology by texting and tweeting. Here are some dos and don'ts when combining technology with love.

When it comes to online dating, we’ve come to expect deception.  Now, there’s a new online annoyance — the person who doesn’t want to meet but is all too happy to e-mail, text, tweet, IM, or scrawl on your Facebook wall indefinitely.

These worldwide locales double as hot spots for finding a love match.

Patti Stanger, of Bravo's “The Millionaire Matchmaker,” speaks with TODAY’s Hoda Kotb and guest host Kim Kardashian and offers dating advice to viewers. (Today Show)

Psychiatrist Dr. Janet Taylor and Care.com’s Robi Ludwig reveal which checkup questions you and your partner should be asking each other annually. (Today Show)

Rekindle a long-standing romance, or kick a new one up a notch with one of these romantic getaways.

No valentine this year? Don't blame yourself — blame your city. Some, like Denver, Colo., are crawling with attractive bachelors, while others, like Miami, Fla., have a limited selection. Find out which cities are just full of attractive, eligible guys and start planning that vacation.

From Lindsey and Thomas Vonn to Kristi Yamaguchi and Bret Hedican, take a look at current and former Winter Olympians who carry torches for each other.

Just when we thought we could finally put the anxieties (and expenses) of the holiday season behind us, Valentine’s Day arrives to bring out our inner Scrooges. Here, sex therapist Ian Kerner reminds us about the real meaning of this holiday of the heart.

Married couples who refer to themselves as "we" or "us" and describe possessions as "ours" are happier than those who use singular pronouns, a new study shows.

Steve Phillips, who last fall lost his job as a baseball analyst after admitting to an affair with a production assistant 24 years his junior, spoke candidly about his treatment for sex addiction and his hopes to save his marriage. “I’ve broken my wife’s heart,” he said Monday.

Ditch the traditional chocolate and roses this Valentine’s Day. Robyn Spizman, from thegiftionary.com, shares perfect present ideas for that special someone. (Today Show)

Can straight talk convince a dirty man to change his ways? And will a woman judge a man if he has a crooked erection? Sexploration answers your most intimate queries.

In “Why I Stayed: The Choices I Made in My Darkest Hour,” Gayle Haggard explains why she chose to stay with her husband, former pastor Ted Haggard, after the eruption of a 2006 scandal linking him with drug use and a male prostitute. An excerpt.

In 2006, megachurch pastor Ted Haggard made headlines for a scandal involving drugs and a male prostitute, but his wife Gayle chose to stay with him. On Wednesday she said that therapy has cured him of his compulsions. “Our relationship is better than it’s ever been,” she said.

Women’s Health magazine’s Michelle Callahan shares tips for ridding your life of people who are dragging you down. (Today Show)

Jan. 28: Psychologist Belisa Vranich and Shape magazine’s Jared Matthew Weiss share sex tips for couples looking to get their groove back. (Today Show)

Jan. 28: Matchmaker and host Steve Ward of VH1's “Tough Love” shares straight-up dating advice with TODAY’s Kathie Lee Gifford and guest co-host Chuck Nice. (Today Show)

From spending money to sexual fantasies, TODAY’s contributing psychiatrist Dr. Gail Saltz and sex therapist Ian Kerner discuss secrets and relationships. (Today Show)

The most virulent strain of flu? It’s how quickly patience can evaporate and resentment can rise when a significant other is significantly absent from household chores for several days due to illness.

Historically, marriage was the surest route to financial security for women. Now it's men who are getting the biggest economic boost from tying the knot, according to a analysis of census data.

When faced with designing or redecorating a home, men used to just groan and moan and go along. But now men want a voice in decorating a shared space — and sometimes conflicts erupt when design concepts clash.

Jan. 26: Marie Claire magazine’s Joanna Coles and sex therapist Ian Kerner speak with TODAY’s Kathie Lee Gifford and guest co-host Sharon Osbourne about the commitment fears many men face. (Today Show)

Jan. 26: Redbook magazine’s Stacy Morrison and psychotherapist Robi Ludwig discuss common relationship struggles many married couples face. (Today Show)

Jan. 25: Psychiatrist Dr. Gail Saltz answers viewers’ questions about their on-the-rocks relationships. (Today Show)

Women who wed in their late teens or early 20s are more likely to be divorced in 10 years

Studies show that satisfying friendships can protect against obesity, depression, heart disease and more. You don’t need a jam-packed social calendar to reap these impressive perks. Prevention magazine shares how to cherish these friendships and make sure you stay close for the long haul.

Jan. 15: CNBC’s Donny Deutsch chats with TODAY’s Kathie Lee Gifford and Hoda Kotb’s about the inner workings of men’s minds. (Today Show)

Jan. 15: TODAY’s Kathie Lee Gifford and Hoda Kotb speak with AARP's love and relationships expert Pepper Schwartz about rekindling passion after 50. (Today Show)

Jan. 6: Shape magazine's Jared Matthew Weiss and author Belisa Vranich share tips for having a happier, healthier relationship in the upcoming year. (Today Show)

Dec. 31: Don't have anyone to kiss at midnight this New Year's Eve? Psychologist Michelle Callahan has tips for helping you cope with loneliness during the holiday season. (Today Show)

Jan. 4: While it would be nice to have perfect relationships with everyone in our lives, we all need a little help communicating every now and then. Real Simple magazine’s Sarah Humphreys and Drexel University's Argie Allen have tips for helping untangle social conflicts. (Today Show)

We look back at a year where South California Governor Mark Sanford turned the phrase "hiking the Appalachian trail" into a euphemism for hanky panky and  Tiger Woods made us wonder if Ambien really does put an extra zing in fornication.

Dec. 31: Is it ever a good idea to keep a secret from your partner? Psychiatrist Dr. Gail Saltz talks to TODAY’s Lester Holt about the things that you shouldn’t feel guilty about versus the ones for which you should come clean. (Today Show)

Dec. 29: Hate when your mother-in-law visits? You’re not alone. Psychiatrist Gail Saltz and Cosmopolitan magazine’s Kate White have tips for keeping the peace with your family. (Today Show)

Dec. 22: Holiday reunions with old friends and family can often end with awkward social situations. Etiquette expert Harriet Cole and the New York Times' Philip Galanes have tips for dealing with difficult meetings with friends and family. (Today Show)

Some we saw coming, and some we didn’t. From the Gosselins to the Gibsons, take a look back at this year’s failed relationships.

Dec. 21: A recent study shows that couples are twice as likely to think about splitting up between the holidays and Valentine’s Day. Cosmopolitan magazine’s Kate White and psychotherapist Dr. Robi Ludwig have tips for heating up your relationship in the winter months. (Today Show)

Dec. 18: Sarah Ferguson, the Duchess of York, chats with the TODAY hosts about her marriage to Prince Andrew and how that affected her behind-the-scenes role on the new movie, “The Young Victoria,” which she produced. (Today Show)

Got a problem with your love life? Ask Ashley. Ashley Dupre, the former call girl whose tryst with former New York Gov. Eliot Spitzer led to his resignation, has been hired by the New York Post to write a weekly advice column dealing with sex and relationships.

Dec. 10: The TODAY hosts talk with a panel of guys about men's views on relationship questions, including why a man like Tiger Woods might cheat on his wife. (Today Show)

Dec. 9: CNBC's Donny Deutsch offers a man's point of view on TODAY viewers' questions, from when is the right time to say "I love you," to whether three months is too early to buy your partner a gift. (Today Show)

Dec. 8: CNBC's Donny Deutsch offers a man's point of view on TODAY viewers' questions, from why men are timid about asking women on dates to why men want more sex than women. (Today Show)

Dec. 7: CNBC's Donny Deutsch shares a man's point of view on some of the topics the TODAY hosts talked about earlier today. (Today Show)

Dec. 3: Will Tiger Woods' wife Elin decide to stay with the golfer after he admitted he had affairs with other women? Psychiatrist Gail Saltz and former Us Weekly editor Janice Min talk about why men and women engage in infidelity. (Today Show)

Food has been used to express love for centuries. But some eats actually have sexual superpowers, like fueling your libido and enhancing your orgasms. Find out how to get the most out of your fruits, chocolate and even sushi.

Your tech dream may be your significant other's nightmare. Here are the items our married tech experts drool over (while belittling one another's choices).

A Colombian cooking school has concocted a "love dessert" made with passion fruit — and Viagra. One of the creators says the idea was to reinterpret the blue pill into a new kind of aphrodisiac.

Happy families practice common habits that help inoculate them against setbacks large and small. The good news for the rest of us? Copying those might make us happier, too.

TODAY correspondent Sara Haines got the chance to chat with the boys and Style editor Bobbie Thomas about the much-talked-about beauty queen Carrie Prejean. (Today Show)

Her boyfriend wants her to dress sexier — to attract other dudes. Why? Also, what could be causing painful cramps during orgasm? Sexploration answers your most intimate queries.

Nov. 12: Comedians Rick Younger and Chuck Nice, author Andrew Trees and contest winner Steve Haverly answer viewers’ questions about love and relationships. (Today Show)

Is it in his kiss? Oh no, it's in whether or not he buys his undergarments. Men only buy their own underwear when they are hoping to entice a potential mate, according to a new survey. But if he lets his current partner purchase them, it means he's in a stable relationship.

Were graham crackers invented to tame lusty libidos? Is a passionate kiss bad for your teeth? Take the Women's Health sex quiz to find out!

Divorce can be hell, but it can be even more hellish if the husband and wife work together.

Nov. 6: Redbook magazine’s Stacy Morrison and psychologist Dale Atkins discuss some of the secrets to a great marriage. (Today Show)

Nov. 4: TODAY’s Natalie Morales talks to Dr. Drew Pinsky about his new VH1 show, “Sex Rehab With Dr. Drew,” which follows eight sex addicts as they go through his intensive treatment. (Today Show)

It’s not uncommon for women to feel that their partners are not listening — and the differences between male and female brains could be to blame, says psychotherapist Dr. Robi Ludwig. Here, advice to help you improve communication.

For mischievous adults, Halloween is more than just a chance to trick-or-treat, it’s an opportunity to take a walk on the wild side of the street and let our inner fantasies come to life.

Nov. 3: Prevention magazine's Courtenay Smith answers viewers' questions about everything related to your bed, from the best exercises to do to get a good night's sleep to ways to increase your libido. (Today Show)

Nov. 3: After many submissions, TODAY has narrowed down the next man to be on the “Guys Tell All” panel to just four men. (Today Show)

Oct. 29: TODAY’s Sara Haines hits the streets to find out why some people are too tired for sex. Sexologist Logan Levkoff and sex therapist Ian Kerner weigh in. (Today Show)

Oct. 29: Psychotherapist Robi Ludwig and Jeanine Pirro, host of the “Judge Jeanine Pirro” show, discuss the sex scandals surrounding TV host David Letterman and sportscaster Steve Phillips. (Today Show)

For some sisters, an engagement is a time to celebrate life, love, and family. For others, it can transform simmering childhood resentments into a full-blown battle royale. Brides.com reveals the potential trouble spots and tips to keep the peace.

As more and more women in the U.S. out-earn the men in their lives, men are trying to figure out how they fit into the relationship — including in the bedroom.

Lured by love and a great roundtrip fare, more than 100 Americans boarded Air New Zealand’s Matchmaking Flight  dressed to impress and ready for serious in-flight mingling.

Oct. 20: California first lady Maria Shriver talks to a group of men about how the dynamic between the sexes has evolved from the kitchen to the bedroom. (Today Show)

Even though two-thirds of Americans are overweight or obese, plus-size singles say their weight sometimes gets in the way of finding love online. Studies show that people who are overweight face discrimination in many areas — and dating seems no different.

It may not seem like it when commuters are shouting down their cell phones to the dismay of other passengers but most Americans believe there are unspoken rules about mobile phone etiquette.

Tracey Carpenter was just 24 when she discovered a lump in her breast. Despite the baldness, wigs and decidedly un-sexy mastectomy bras, she was determined to rediscover intimacy with her boyfriend, holding tight to the notion that being beautiful really is a state of mind.

Oct. 15: From sex to spending, the TODAY hosts chat with four men who answer women's questions about what men really think about their ladies' living habits. (Today Show)

Oct. 13: Cosmopolitan magazine’s Kate White introduces TODAY’s Amy Robach and Natalie Morales to the magazine’s picks for the hottest bachelors. (Today Show)

Oct. 9: TODAY’s Meredith Vieira talks with relationship therapist Argie Allen and author Steve Adubato about when, and how, you should apologize for your behavior. (Today Show)

Oct. 7: TODAY’s Hoda Kotb and Kathie Lee Gifford talk to a panel of women about how breakups can actually be empowering. (Today Show)

Oct. 5: Psychiatrist Maria Padro and comedian Chuck Nice, who are both happily married, discuss ways to address some touchy topics with your partner. (Today Show)

Oct. 1: Relationship expert Matt Titus and Kate White from Cosmopolitan magazine discuss ways to avoid annoying your partner with nagging. (Today Show)

Sept. 30: Psychologist Irene Levine and anthropologist Helen Fisher discuss how to deal with a dwindling friendship. (Today Show)