Ph.D., Developmental Psychology, University of Michigan
M.S., Developmental Psychology, University of Michigan
B.S., Psychology, University of Illinois

As a developmental relationship scientist, my work examines why some people thrive in romantic relationships, whereas others struggle or prefer to remain single. Using theoretically guided, multi-method approaches, I also investigate how these differences affect health and well-being across the lifecourse. More recently, I founded the Relationships & Development Lab to work with students and collaborators to explore how the developmental, historical, and social contexts of relationships may shape their costs and benefits.

Romantic relationships and singlehood across the life course
Adulthood and aging
Dyadic health science
Observational, longitudinal research

In addition to having served as Director of Graduate Studies, I serve my discipline as an
Editorial Board Member for Family Process, Journal of Family Theory & Review, Journal of Social and Personal Relationships, and Personal Relationships. I am a member of the Elections Committee and Awards Committee for International Association for Relationship Research and a member of the Behavioral and Social Sciences Mid-Career Development Workgroup with the Gerontological Society of America.