This study examined the relationship between the “availability of hugs” and self-rated health
(SRH) in later life. Data of 20,258 older adults, aged 65 years and greater, were analyzed …

While the benefits of social support for physiological health are well established, the
underlying pathways by which support can influence cardiovascular reactivity (CVR) are still …

One of the most common sources of stress is one's job and the struggle to balance the
demands of one's job with those of one's family and/or romantic relationship. Prolonged …

This study used an Actor–Partner Interdependence Model to examine the relationship
between attachment behaviors and health practices, as measured by physical activity levels …

Das «Selbst» ist ein moderner Begriff. In den Wissenschaften hat er sich parallel zur
Individualisierung der Gesellschaft durchgesetzt und die traditionelle Seele verdrängt. Er …

The cortisol stress response has been related to perceived social support, but previous
studies rely on self‐reported social support variables. The cortisol recovery phase in …

Objectives: The fact that spousal support is not always beneficial for the recipient continues
to intrigue researchers in the dyadic support field. One possible explanation for this …

Dysregulated immune responses to stress are a potential pathway linking close relationship
processes to health, and couples' abilities to cope with stress together (dyadic coping) likely …

Objective: Although positive marital quality is usually associated with lower chronic low-
grade inflammation, not everyone benefits equally from spousal support. Exposure to early …

Social support is associated with mental well-being and favorable therapy outcomes. As
autonomy-connectedness, the capacity for self-governance in interpersonal context, may …