I completed the book feeling as if I had a comprehensive tutelage in the science of intimacy, knowledge of the pitfalls and strengths of past research, and an idea where research in general and my research program, in particular should go next. In all, The Psychology of Intimacy is likely to accomplish Prager's primary goal which is to refine concepts to stimulate theory and research. /m-/[ital]Archives of Sexual Behavior[/ital] (Lucia F. O'Sullivan in Volume 33, Number 1, February 2004) <br>.,. The final chapter will be of interest to clinicians and lay readers alike; it presents methods of negotiating problems so that intimacy is promoted with no loss to either partner. -- Readings <br>.,. .An abundance of innovative and fresh ideas for researchers and clinicians make this book a notable contribution for anyone concerned with interpersonal relationships. Upper-division undergraduate through professional; two-year technical program students. -- Choice <br>