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About John Gottman
Dr. John Gottman has been studying marriage, couples and parent-child
relationships for over three decades. His research in the area
of family systems and couples dynamics has influenced scientists,
therapists and families around the world by drawing attention
to the impact of emotions on the long-term stability of couples
and the adjustment and achievement of children. He is the author
or co-author of 119 published academic articles, as well as 38
books, including his most recent works: The Seven Principles
for Making Marriage Work; The Relationship Cure and Raising
An Emotionally Intelligent Child: The Heart of Parenting.
Dr. Gottman has appeared on numerous TV programs including Dateline,
Primetime, 20/20, Oprah and the Today Show. You can find articles about
his work in the archives of Newsweek, The New York Times, The Washington
Post, The Wall Street Journal, The Los Angeles Times, New Woman, Redbook,
People and Psychology Today.
Dr. Gottman is Professor Emeritus of Psychology at the University of
Washington, where he founded the Family Research Lab, also known as the
“love lab.” He will continue his research with the Relationship Research
Institute. The newest project called, Bringing Baby Home, is
sponsored primarily by Talaris Research Institute with additional
funding from the Kirlin Foundation. This project focuses on the
transition from pregnancy to parenthood, teaching parents relationships
and parenting skills, as well as providing essential information about
early childhood development.
In addition, Dr. Gottman and his wife, Dr. Julie Schwartz Gottman, are co-founders
of The Gottman Institute. The Institute provides training and educational
materials for mental health professionals and families.
For additional information, including links to research articles and
news stories, visit the Gottman Institute website at www.gottman.com.
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