Here’s advice on how to navigate a marriage without sex, from marriage and sex therapists.

A marriage does need intimacy to survive, though there are many types of intimacy.

Physical intimacy often enhances a marriage, though it’s not necessary for all people and all couples.

Kelly Gonsalves

Most marriages cannot function in a healthy way without this emotional intimacy.

Summary

Some couples don’t mind a marriage without sex.

(Here’s ourfull guide to sexless relationships.)

If they’re not, that’s a strong sign that it might not work out.

Here’s ourfull guide on when to walk away from a sexless marriage.

A marriage without sex can work as long as the couple still has intimacy and closeness.

“They must be able to have pleasure and closeness outside of the physicality.

“This may look different for every couple.

If they do, then great,” Brown-James says.