Despite modern technology allowing us to be constantly connected, many adults in the United States report feeling isolated or lacking companionship, which is consistent with national surveys and public health surveillance on social connection and mental health (American Psychological Association, 2025; Bruss et al., 2024).…

When the subject of optimism comes up, people tend to roll their eyes. It can seem like faux happiness, naiveté, or plain delusion. A mindset of sunshine and rainbows despite the bleakness of reality. Perhaps it brings to mind the “glass half full” comments, where…

All couples fight. Even though it can be painful, conflict is a natural occurrence. Life throws plenty of challenges at couples. Stress, anger, and disagreement are inevitable. You may know the hit 80’s anthem, Love is a Battlefield, where Pat Benatar belts, “We are young,…