A Love Story

# Summary Stanford researchers tracked thousands of adults' relationships from 2017 to 2022, finding that most reported excellent or good relationships, with quality improving among couples together longer and those with greater financial resources. However, the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted this trend, causing increased divorces, breakups, and relationship deterioration, as couples experienced heightened stress and conflict during lockdowns. The study reveals that while some long-term partnerships like Henry and Mary's endured the pandemic, many relationships were strained by the chronic stress and isolation of the period.