We study the well-being and health of family members across the lifespan.
Our researchers focus on the well-being and health of family members and romantic partners across the lifespan. Emphasis is on relationship processes, familial contexts and interpersonal dynamics as important factors contributing to overall health and well-being. Faculty members examine relationships from individual and relational development to dyadic and triadic experiences as well as biopsychosocial processes.
Melissa Barnett, Ph.D.
Professor, Human Development and Family Science
Norton Endowed Chair in Fathers, Parenting and Families
Director, Frances McClelland Institute for Children, Youth & Families
Melissa Curran, Ph.D.
Professor, Human Development and Family Science