Relationships and Brain Sciences Research Laboratory

02/18/2021

Our Research is featured in this article discussing quarantining with your partner.

In the wake of COVID-19 social distancing and stay-at-home orders, young couples may find themselves spending more time with each other than ever before. As a developmental psychologist who conducts research on adolescent and young adult…

02/09/2021

Check out our interview on the St. Louis NPR affliate.

A recent survey of more than 20,000 U.S. adults suggests that most Americans struggle with an emotional state of loneliness, and it’s an issue that has…

02/04/2021

We Made the News!

A conversation including some of the research coming out of the Relationships and Brain Sciences Research Lab.

SLUCare mental health professionals are working to meet an increased need for help during the COVID-19 pandemic.

01/07/2021

We are recruiting for an online study for parents. Parents and their romantic partner complete 4 brief surveys on days convenient for them for an amazon gift card. Parents also have the option for to receive a higher amazon gift card for sharing a conversation about their experiences since covid began. Message us for more information.

01/07/2021

Recruiting Parents for Online Research Study.

12/14/2020

We are currently recruiting couples and families to participate in a research study examining how couples and families are navigating the stress associated with covid.

Couples will be asked to complete 4 brief surveys at bedtime over the course of 2 weeks and share an OPTIONAL audio recording of a conversation between romantic partners about your experiences since covid began.

To participate:
1. Both romantic partners need to agree to participate
2. You must be over 21 years old
3. You must live with your romantic partner
4. You must have a living child (OPTIONAL)

We are thanking couples with either
1. A $10 amazon e-giftcard for completing the surveys
2. A $20 amazon e-giftcard for completing the surveys and audio conversation.

If interested in participating email: [email protected]