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Her work focuses on romantic relationships and singlehood. She is particularly interested in studying singlehood, and the factors that impact single people’s well-being. Going forward, she hopes to continue researching contexts that may impact single people’s life and well-being experiences. Email: brittany_dennett@sfu.ca https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59c0299390baded1a5b4da78/e2869ce8-608e-4f77-a6f4-c2c94ea88f70/SPSP+2024_Dennett_Final_Poster.jpg Brittany Dennett - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://secureresearchlab.com/hannah-dupuis daily 0.75 2024-02-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59c0299390baded1a5b4da78/31268928-707c-40a7-bcec-b069eb194339/biOOO.jpg Hannah Dupuis - Hannah Dupuis Hannah completed her Bachelor of Arts (Hons.) in Psychology at the University of Victoria in 2021 and her Masters of Psychology at Simon Fraser University in 2023. Hannah is currently a PhD student. Her research examines how gender identity shapes experiences of social stigma for single people. In the future, Hannah plans to continue investigating gender differences in the social support of singles. 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On CTV Morning Live, Dr. Yuthika Girme discusses research findings from the University of Toronto and explores how gender differences in social relationships shape the singlehood experience. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59c0299390baded1a5b4da78/d3f8d23e-00f4-416f-b440-4938d6f242d0/LatelyPodcast.png Media - February 2025 The singlehood advantage: The truth about the singles tax. Dr. Yuthika Girme joins hosts Vass Bednar and Katrina Onstad in Globe and Mail’s Lately podcast to discuss anti-single prejudice, the four archetypes of singletons, and how this growing demographic is shaping a new ‘solo economy.’ https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59c0299390baded1a5b4da78/6c290fc9-c349-476b-8c23-87f8f4340973/GlobalNews.jpg Media - December 2024 Montreal author tackles relationship pressures while delivering important message. Dr. Yuthika Girme is honoured to have written the foreword for Roam-ANTS by Montreal author Benjamin Lachapelle. The book offers a unique and research-aligned perspective on singlehood and romance. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59c0299390baded1a5b4da78/73dd7f8f-a29c-4ad3-a6c1-a9b65900c4e8/CBCListen%28Podcasts%29.jpg Media - November 2024 What is the 4B movement and why is it gaining popularity with women around the world? In this segment of CBC’s The Early Edition, Stephen Quinn and Ashley Moliere discuss the 4B movement, which recently became popular in America. Dr. Yuthika Girme suggests next steps on how to provide support for women, men, and families. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59c0299390baded1a5b4da78/4474c578-d0f4-4e89-9f3d-b630480a98ec/CBCListen%28Podcasts%29.jpg Media - April 2024 Being single in BC. As the number of single people grows in Canada, BC Today’s Michelle Eliot invites Dr. Yuthika Girme to discuss what it's like being single in B.C. They also ask viewers about the pros and cons of singlehood. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59c0299390baded1a5b4da78/8ef436a1-e9c2-4023-a528-533eb65807e8/Forbes.png Media - April 2024 A psychologist explains the 4 ways people think about singlehood. A study co-written by Dr. Yuthika Girme is featured. The article discusses attachment styles and how they relate to ways in which people think about singlehood. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59c0299390baded1a5b4da78/46d4894b-6021-4fad-975f-714f1e4be190/CBC_News.png Media - March 2024 As more people choose the single life, researchers ask: are they happier? Dr. Yuthika Girme and Dr. Geoff MacDonald discuss the upward shifts in singlehood statistics. They also reference their research to explore factors that influence single people’s happiness. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59c0299390baded1a5b4da78/60cb9345-32b8-4951-ae4a-8b975f7572ae/GlobalNews.jpg Media - February 2024 Celebrating Galentine’s Day? How this unofficial holiday can boost your health. Introduced by the show Parks and Recreation, Galentine’s Day is a cultural phenomenon that is rising in popularity. Dr. Yuthika Girme explains the benefits of celebrating friendship during this unofficial holiday. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59c0299390baded1a5b4da78/7c4e3159-2cd7-4c4d-a06a-7d5230fd1b19/PsyPost.jpg Media - November 2023 New psychology research reveals four archetypes of stereotypical single people. A study authored by PhD student Hannah Dupuis and Dr. Yuthika Girme is featured. The article explores the discrimination faced by single people, 4 distinct archetypes of stereotypical single people, and the gender nuances present in each archetype. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59c0299390baded1a5b4da78/7c1910a5-d666-4d89-a485-b6aa4ec86959/BuzzfeedNews.png Media - September 2022 Actually, some people Are happier (and healthier) being single. Dr. Yuthika Girme and her study are referenced, noting that the happiness gap between single and coupled people is often overstated. Girme also highlights how discrimination and social pressure can negatively impact single people’s well-being. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59c0299390baded1a5b4da78/9a954024-df80-4d14-87f1-363888d68480/PsychologyToday.png Media - August 2021 How single people get patronized and excluded. A study co-written by Dr. Yuthika Girme is featured in this article, which explores the discrimination faced by single people. The article also discusses and how feeling unsupported and patronized can lead single people to feel less satisfied with life. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59c0299390baded1a5b4da78/28a1bc1e-6b86-4557-82aa-f5d1287f6748/CBCTheNational.jpg Media - March 2020 COVID-19 and social distancing. Dr. Yuthika Girme makes an appearance on CBC The National. She speaks about the importance of interacting with others despite social distancing, and ways with which to do so. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59c0299390baded1a5b4da78/e2ce6baf-2275-4a81-8422-770f50c91ad7/TheTyee.jpeg Media - May 2020 Untangling the new dating, intimacy, and togetherness (or not). A feature with Dr. Yuthika Girme offers a different take on dating than the adviced shared by provincial health office Dr. Bonnie Henry. She suggests that the real issue isn’t singlehood, but rather the stigma and pressure placed on single people. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59c0299390baded1a5b4da78/f2e473f9-4630-4b95-9403-5fcdeee38c90/TheProvince.png Media - March 2020 COVID-19: So can I date? What’s the best way to socially distance ourselves? With the rise of COVID-19 cases, Dr Yuthika Girme and Dr. Andrew Wister weigh in on the importance of social distancing, and suggest ways to meet your friends, family, and date safely and responsibly. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59c0299390baded1a5b4da78/91556370-09c0-4f18-afb4-fa43d7958da4/WallStreetJournal.jpg Media - March 2019 The art of being single. Despite growing in number, single people still face a stigma. A new study by Dr. Yuthika Girme suggests singles will become happier as they age by creating a full life for themselves rather than finding a partner. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59c0299390baded1a5b4da78/1c87727e-3486-437c-b061-a5271426edf2/chicago-tribune-logo-square.jpg Media - August 2015 For some, happiness is staying single. With over 4,000 participants from the University Auckland, a study led by Dr. Yuthika Girme challenges the idea that romance is the key to happiness, showing that the path to well-being looks different for everyone. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59c0299390baded1a5b4da78/71edb3d8-76f3-4b22-a2d4-c3b33ef11d28/PsychologyToday.png Media - August 2015 Why some people are just as happy being single as coupled. A study led by Dr. Yuthika Girme is featured, suggesting that those who focus on avoiding problems are just as happy single or coupled, while those who focus on relationship growth tend to be happier in a relationship. https://secureresearchlab.com/juliasuciu daily 0.75 2025-07-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59c0299390baded1a5b4da78/9577f1c5-9ee9-4c61-a937-a70a49e3899e/121700400_n7727tdkmt.jpg Julia Suciu - Julia Suciu Julia Suciu (she/her) is a PhD student in the SECURE Lab. Julia completed her Bachelor's and Masters of Science in Psychology at Arizona State University in Phoenix, AZ, USA. Her research interests surround intercultural relations, acculturation, immigration, close relationships, and psychological well-being. Julia enjoys hiking and spending time with her two kittens, Flora and Felix. 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