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We translate relationship research into practical skills and programs that elevate couple relationships.

05/25/2026

Honoring the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. This Memorial Day, The UGA CARE Lab remembers and honors their sacrifice with gratitude. 🇺🇸

05/24/2026

New research from CARE Lab Co-Director Dr. Evin Richardson and CARE Lab collaborator Dr. Catherine Walker O’Neal highlights the important role social support plays in promoting the health and well-being of adolescents in military families.

Their work was recently featured in UGA Today: https://news.uga.edu/support-for-adolescents-in-military-families-can-improve-health/

This research underscores how strong support systems can positively shape outcomes for military-connected youth and families.

Read more here: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0190740926001337

05/22/2026

Research from the CARE Lab, led by Dr. Bill Stanford and collaborators, highlights how both family and community shape the development of religiosity over time.

The study found that faith communities that actively integrate youth tend to foster stronger long-term engagement in religious practice. At the same time, parents play a critical role, as their efforts to pass down their faith significantly predict future religiosity.

Together, these findings point to the importance of both family relationships and community contexts in shaping adolescent development.

Read more: https://doi.org/10.1080/10888691.2023.2223999

05/10/2026

We asked CARE Lab grads Rebecca, Isabella, Gabriella, and Ella a few questions about their time in the program 🎓✨

From favorite memories to advice for future students, hear them reflect on their CARE Lab experience and what made it so special 💙

05/09/2026

Congratulations to our incredible CARE Lab graduates 🎓✨

We are so proud to celebrate Rebecca Kann, Christian Graziani, Ella Joy Knudsen, Rosalyn Milne, Isabella Nelson, and Gabriella Salazar for all of their hard work, dedication, and accomplishments throughout their journey with CARE Lab.

Your passion and commitment have made a lasting impact, and we can’t wait to see all the amazing things you achieve next. Wishing each of you continued success in this exciting new chapter! 💙

05/08/2026

🎉 Celebrating CARE Lab undergraduate researcher Rebecca Kann!

Rebecca presented her undergraduate thesis, “Exploring the Association between ADHD and the Relationship Quality of Couples,” at UGA’s CURO Conference on April 20th. Her
work highlights an important reality—couples where one or both partners
have ADHD may experience greater challenges with communication,
conflict, and relationship satisfaction.

Encouragingly, her findings highlight that couples relationship education programs like ELEVATE can enhance relationship skills and satisfaction – benefiting all couples, included those navigating ADHD-related challenges.

05/06/2026

🎉 Celebrating CARE Lab undergraduate researcher Gabby Salazar!

Gabby presented her research, “*Changes in Gratitude and Relationship Quality Following Couples Relationship Education*,” at UGA’s CURO Conference on April 20th. Her study examined how gratitude and relationship quality changed from pre- to post-program among couples participating in ELEVATE, and whether those changes differed by gender and marital status.

While participants reported relatively high levels of gratitude at the start—with men and unmarried couples reporting slightly lower levels—gratitude remained stable over time. Encouragingly, all participants reported increased relationship satisfaction following the program, highlighting the positive impact of relationship education on strengthening couple connections.

CURO FamilyLifeEducation Couples

05/01/2026

🎉 Celebrating CARE Lab undergraduate researcher Isabella Nelson!

Isabella presented our recently submitted manuscript, “Early Adversity, Relational Risk Profiles, and Couple Communication Patterns,” at UGA’s CURO Conference on April 20th. This work highlights how adverse childhood experiences can shape current levels of stress, anxiety, and depression – factors that influence everyday couple interactions, including friendship, intimate knowledge, conflict, and caring communication.

These findings reinforce the importance of couples relationship education programs like ELEVATE in helping couple build skills to manage stress, support well-being, and strengthen their connection.

CURO FamilyLifeEducation Couples

04/27/2026

New research from the CARE Lab highlights how relationship education can support couples raising children with disabilities. ❤️

Before participating in the ELEVATE program, these parents, especially mothers, reported higher levels of parenting stress. After the program, couples reported less stress and stronger relationship skills.

These findings highlight the value of equipping couples with tools to manage stress and strengthen their relationships. They also point to the need for continued focus on supporting coparenting.

Read more here: https://doi.org/10.1111/cfs.70150

04/21/2026

Congratulations to our CARE Lab students on their outstanding presentations at the CURO Symposium 🎉

We’re so proud of Rebecca Kann, Isabella Nelson, and Gabriella Salazar for showcasing their hard work and research. Your dedication and passion continue to make a meaningful impact.

Great work representing CARE Lab so well 💛

04/20/2026

We’re honored to share that Elevate Couples Georgia has been selected for the Chris Todd Outstanding Outreach Award 🎉

This recognition reflects our commitment to public service, strong core values, and the real, measurable impact we’re making in families and communities across Georgia.

Thank you to everyone who continues to support and be part of this work 💛

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227 Hoke Smith Annex, 300 Carlton Street
Athens, GA
30602

Telephone

+17065429004

Website

https://www.ugacarelab.org/

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