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Is Being Single or in a Relationship Better? Here's What You Should Consider

Are you trying to decide whether to focus on personal growth or finding a partner? In this video, we explore the pros and cons of being single and being in a relationship, and help you make an informed decision based on your needs and goals.

We will be sharing insights on the advantages of being single (freedom, independence, self-discovery), the challenges of being single (loneliness, social pressure, lack of support), the benefits of being in a relationship (companionship, intimacy, shared goals), and the drawbacks of being in a relationship (conflicts, compromises, sacrifices). We also discuss common misconceptions and stereotypes. Whether you're young or old, single or committed, this video provides practical tools to navigate your love life with confidence. Watch now and share with anyone making this important decision!

Why are you still single? Do you relate to this video too: https://youtu.be/ZWDWusfdLgE

Researcher/ Writer: Se Joon Park
Editor: Caitlin McColl
Script Manager: Kelly Soong
Voice Over: Amanda Silvera (http://www.youtube.com/amandasilvera)
Animator: Evelvaii
YouTube Manager: Cindy Cheong

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Dupre, M. E., & Nelson, A. (2016). Marital history and survival after a heart attack. Social Science & Medicine, 170, 114–123. doi.org/10.1016/j.socscimed.2016.10.013

Gerstel, N., & Sarkisian, N. (2006). Marriage: The good, the bad, and the Greedy. Contexts, 5(4), 16–21. doi.org/10.1525/ctx.2006.5.4.16

Adamczyk, K., & Segrin, C. (2014). Perceived social support and mental health among single vs. partnered polish young adults. Current Psychology, 34(1), 82–96. doi.org/10.1007/s12144-014-9242-5

Kirkpatrick Johnson, M. (2005). Family roles and work values: Processes of selection and change. Journal of Marriage and Family, 67(2), 352–369. doi.org/10.1111/j.0022-2445.2005.00121.x

Shrout, M. R., et al. (2020). Relationship satisfaction predicts lower stress and inflammation in breast cancer survivors: A longitudinal study of within-person and between-person effects. Psychoneuroendocrinology, 118, 104708. doi.org/10.1016/j.psyneuen.2020.104708

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