Sustaining relationships during Coronavirus

Family spending time together

Jacqui Gabb, OU Professor of Sociology and Intimacy does research into intimacy and family life, with particular emphasis on the contemporary dynamics of policy, professional practice and personal relationships. The necessary restrictions imposed during the Coronavirus pandemic are likely to put pressure on our relationships and family life.

Professor Gabb offers practical thoughts on what is important.

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