Research in 60 Seconds: Creating Healthy Relationships That Last
Professor of Counselor Education Sejal Mehta Barden’s research examines how to create and maintain healthy relationships for couples and individuals.
UCF Marriage and Family Research Institute Hosts Research Showcase for 20th Anniversary
This month, the Marriage and Family Research Institute celebrates 20 years of commitment to strengthening relationships in Central Florida.
Developing and Sustaining Healthy Relationships Through Education
For 18 years, UCF has been helping families stay together by teaching couples research-supported techniques focused on effective communication and listening.
College of Community Innovation and Education 2022 Founders’ Day Honorees
Each year, UCF recognizes outstanding faculty and student accomplishments during the annual Founders’ Day Honors Convocation. Here are the College of Community Innovation and Education’s 2022 honorees.
UCF Relationship Expert on the Five Love Languages
The executive director of UCF’s Marriage and Family Research Institute discusses love languages and suggestions for balancing these expressions in relationships.
Knights Do That: Relationship Advice from an Expert
Sejal Barden, associate professor of counselor education and executive director of UCF’s Marriage and Family Research Institute, shares insights and advice on steps we can all take to improve relationships.
UCF Professor to Study Couples-based Intervention for Latina Breast Cancer Survivors
Working with researchers from other Florida universities, a UCF associate professor will help adapt and test the online program.
Tend to Your Relationship: 6 Tips to Reduce Stress
UCF relationship experts from the Marriage and Family Research Institute offer advice for lowering stress and nurturing your relationship.
12 Valentine’s Day Date Ideas During the Pandemic
Lacking inspiration for a date night? The UCF Marriage and Family Research Institute shares a list of virtual and in-person experiences for couples to enjoy.
UCF Receives $7.5 Million Grant to Help Save Relationships During COVID-19
The money will expand a successful relationship education program to help more Central Florida families manage stress and conflict, which have heightened during the pandemic.