We’re sharing the best research-backed resources to help individuals, parents, and couples thrive in their relationships.
Friday, February 6, 2026 | 6:00 PM
Virtual date night of education and entertainment.
Back-to-school shopping can be the perfect time to help kids learn to inventory their clothing, make decisions, and become wise shoppers. Below are tips to involve kids without leaving a hole in your pocketbook.
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This video, Setting & Enforcing Rules Parenting Children Ages 2-6 by Dr. Dave Schramm, gives quick, practical tips for helping young children listen and obey by setting clear rules and enforcing them kindly and consistently.
Follow USU Family Specialist Dr. Dave for great tips on happiness, parenting, and couple relationships!
Strengthen your relationship with these three small but mighty communication skills.
Parenting is deeply rewarding, but it can also be exhausting. Between caring for young children, managing school schedules, and balancing household and work responsibilities, parents often find themselves drained at the end of the day.
Learn practical ways to recognize change, create meaningful traditions, and strengthen your relationship through every chapter of life.
In this month's HEART Bunch video, the group shares about how to show yourself love and provides valuable resources.
Learn from Utah State University's HEART Team on how to support a loved one in recovery.
Learn to spot crisis warning signs, respond with care, and know when to get help—plus tips, resources, and what to avoid.
Single parenting can be hard, but these tips can help you learn to go easier on yourself.
Self-care helps parents prevent burnout and nurture stronger bonds.
Ease sibling transitions by supporting firstborns with routines, empathy, and one-on-one time.
Discover how embracing your partner’s quirks can lead to stronger, more resilient relationships
Sensate focus boosts intimacy, reduces anxiety & builds connection through mindful touch, communication & sexual mindfulness.
Support your grieving partner with patience, presence, and compassion. Everyone grieves differently—listen actively, offer practical help, and avoid minimizing their pain. Thoughtful support strengthens your bond and helps them heal in their own time.
Discover how to identify signs of codependency in your relationship by watching our insightful Marriage Celebration video.
Feeling tension in your relationship? Resentment could be the culprit! Watch this video to learn how to spot it, address it, and rebuild your connection.
The kids are grown and gone—what now? The empty nest can feel like a void, but it’s also a golden opportunity to deepen intimacy and rediscover your relationship.
Explore strategies for navigating difficult conversations, focusing on emotional triggers, avoiding negative patterns, and using the Gottman Method for healthy communication.
Healthy relationships foster respect, trust, honesty, and communication, shaping positive future interactions for children. While unhealthy relationships involve control, criticism, and dishonesty. Build strong connections for lifelong impact.
Struggling to find time for your partner? Follow these 7 simple steps to create more quality moments together!
If you and your partner have trouble finding couple friends to spend time with, you are not alone. Watch this video for some advice on ways to turn making friends into a fun activity to do together.
Talking to kids about difficult subjects—like loss, mental health, or life changes—can be intimidating. However, fostering open communication is key to building trust and helping them navigate life’s complexities.
Dr. Dave Schramm talks how to nurture relationships for older adults.
Dr. Dave Schramm, a specialist in families and relationships shares some ways you can keep moving during the holidays and cold months.
