India, June 10 -- Cuddling, snuggling, and spooning, basically holding each other while drifting off to sleep, is regarded as one of the gold standards of couple goals. They are peak non-verbal signs of affection. So, when couples sleep apart in separate beds in different rooms, it naturally raises eyebrows. This sparks doubts, whether the romance is over, hinting at a dead end or a looming breakup? It's one of those hush-hush matters not often talked about openly, with societal expectations pushing a one-size-fits-all picture of intimacy. The truth, however, is more multifaceted than you think.

In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr. Tammy Nelson, sex and relationship expert, unpacked the complexities of couples choosing to sleep apart, ...