A new relationship can be wonderful and scary all at the same time. It can raise some serious challenges and questions.

• What are your expectations for this relationship?
• Do you and your partner agree about these expectations?
• What assumptions do you each have about how relationships work, how to treat each other, and what behaviour is acceptable?
• Do you have a way to sort out your differences that works for you both?

The articles in this section address some of the issues that you may face as you form a new relationship.

How ready are you for a commited relationship?

 Use this checklist to explore whether you - and your relationship - are ready for a long term commitment