Well-Being in and out of a Romantic Relationship
Research suggests people in romantic relationships are, on average, happier than single people, but this isn't always the case. Broadly, my research addresses questions such as: when are people happy with being single? when and why do people fail to maintain a satisfying relationship? are some people better suited for a single or partnered life?
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Relational Decisions
Throughout life, people navigate countless decisions about relationships. Some of the questions I am interested in include: what are some passive forces driving people's decisions to enter a relationship? what makes people end a relationship or draws them into another relationship (consensually or non-consensually)? how do people make decisions to (not) have a child?
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The Influence of Close Relationships on Physical Health
We know that close relationships can have profound impact on our physical health. But how? My research examines what physiological (e.g., daily blood pressure) and behavioral mechanisms (i.e., eating and sleep) underlie this connection.
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