The Couples and Relationship Enrichment Lab

Advancing Science for Stronger Relationships

Who We Are

The CARE Lab is dedicated to helping relationships thrive. Through applied research and outreach, we support individuals and couples in building strong, resilient connections.

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What We Do

The CARE Lab strengthens families and communities through the development, implementation, and evaluation of evidence-based relationship education programs.

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Elevate Couples Georgia is a statewide initiative that empowers couples across Georgia with skills to develop and maintain healthy relationships. We do this important work in collaboration with UGA Extension and our state and community partners.

SPOTLIGHT

Elevate Couples Georgia

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“My time with the care lab has been great in many ways. I’ve been able to work in many different roles, which has allowed me to gain experience as both a team member and a team leader. It always means a lot that I can see how impactful our program is on couples across Georgia!”

— CARE Lab Alumni, Kaitlyn Lopes

Research

The CARE Lab studies couple relationships from adolescence through adulthood across diverse populations and translates this research into practical, evidence-based programs that strengthen and sustain healthy connections.

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Get Involved

We welcome motivated and curious students to join our research team! 

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