The line between healthy tech engagement and problematic avoidance has become increasingly blurred for emerging adults. Parents, clinicians, and young adults themselves often struggle to distinguish when extensive screen time represents adaptive connection versus a retreat from developmental challenges.

Emotional intimacy is the heartbeat of a healthy relationship. It’s what allows partners to feel seen, known, and deeply connected—even during moments of conflict or stress. Yet for many couples, sustaining that sense of closeness can be challenging, especially amid the demands of daily life or in the wake of relational ruptures.