Jennifer Gill Rosier

Dr. Jennifer Gill Rosier is an Associate Professor of Communication Studies at James Madison University, directing the Relationships, Love, Happiness Project and hosting the Love Matters podcast. She specializes in romantic and parent-child relationships, emphasizing empathy, trauma-informed conflict resolution, and attachment theory through an interpersonal neurobiology lens. Her work bridges academic research with practical advice, authoring textbooks and popular press books on relationship communication.

Research interests include generational dating trends, parent-child bonding, and the psychological impacts of communication patterns. Her studies explore topics like Gen Z dating culture (e.g., dismissiveness and viral language effects), sleep training methodologies, and dual-process theories of supportive communication. She critiques societal norms around parenting and relationship expectations, advocating for evidence-based relational practices.

Through her podcast and books, Dr. Rosier translates academic insights into actionable strategies for improving personal relationships. She actively engages with public audiences while maintaining an active research agenda in communication studies and developmental psychology.

Lab/Team Affiliations: Directs the Relationships, Love, Happiness Project, collaborating on interdisciplinary projects about modern relational challenges. Engages in community outreach through workshops and media contributions.