Romance can alter our lives as well as impact the relationships we share with our loved ones. It’s not uncommon for people to prioritize their romantic partners over everyone else. More often than not, the onset of a new intimate relationship causes other meaningful relationships to take a backseat, which isn’t a healthy sign. How friendships affect romantic relationships Psychologist and relationship expert Sadia Khan discusses how friends play a major role in our dating lives even without us realizing it. Friends are always the immediate support system. Whenever faced with challenges, our pa…