Tag: marriage

‘Narrative expressive writing’ might protect against harmful health effects of divorce-related stress

From the Wolters Kluwer Health press release: For people going through a divorce, a technique called narrative expressive writing — not just writing about their emotions, but creating a meaningful… Read more »

Married people have lower levels of stress hormone

From the Carnegie Mellon University media release: Studies have suggested that married people are healthier than those who are single, divorced, or widowed. A new Carnegie Mellon University study provides… Read more »

Older adults gain weight when spouse is stressed out

From the University of Michigan media release: Stress isn’t good for your waist line. For older married couples, the added pounds may be caused by a spouse’s long-term stress levels…. Read more »

The Juliet Effect: Real reason why your mom and your sister don’t like your ‘hunky’ boyfriend

From the The Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) media release: Why do we choose the partners we do, and why do we get flak about it from our parents?… Read more »

Study suggests excessive Facebook use can damage relationships

From the University of Missouri press release via HealthCanal: Facebook and other social networking web sites have revolutionized the way people create and maintain relationships. However, new research shows that… Read more »