Jackson, Mississippi–(Newsfile Corp. – February 17, 2026) – Fosters Investigative Services, a private investigation firm based in Jackson, Mississippi, announced the launch of a relationship-awareness initiative supported by the release of a new trend report analyzing national online search behavior. The initiative is intended to contribute to public understanding of communication dynamics within relationships, particularly during periods of emotional significance such as Valentine’s Day.
The private investigator‘s newly published report analyzes 12 months of Google Trends data to identify which relationship-related phrases are most frequently searched across U.S. states. The report focuses on commonly entered phrases, including “business trip,” “working late,” “out with coworkers,” “just a friend,” and “phone died.” The data highlights regional differences in how individuals engage with online search tools during times of uncertainty.
According to the findings, the phrase “business trip” ranked as the most over-indexed search term nationally, leading relationship-related searches in 13 states. Other phrases with high search volume included “had to stay late at work,” “fell asleep,” and “too tired,” which also led in several states.
Geographic analysis in the report indicated that southern states recorded higher search interest across multiple relationship phrases than other regions. Mississippi ranked first nationally for searches related to “out with coworkers” and appeared among the top states for several other phrases analyzed, including “just a friend,” “working late,” and “fell asleep.”
Michael Foster of Fosters Investigative Services provided the following statement regarding the report’s findings: “This data doesn’t point to dishonesty. It reflects moments of uncertainty. People often search the exact phrase they’ve just heard when something doesn’t fully sit right, not to jump to conclusions, but to better understand whether their concerns are reasonable. In our experience, those moments are when people are looking for clarity, not conflict.”
Fosters Investigative Services stated that the report is intended to offer insight into how individuals use publicly available information tools to interpret communication within relationships. The company emphasized that the findings do not draw conclusions about individual behavior, but instead highlight broader patterns in online engagement.
Following the release of the trend report, the relationship-awareness initiative will include periodic data updates and educational materials centered on themes of concern, perception, and communication.
This initiative forms part of the company’s broader effort to contribute to public dialogue around trust, interpretation, and communication habits in modern relationships. Future outreach will continue to explore trends in search behavior and support awareness efforts focused on interpersonal understanding.
About Fosters Investigative Services
Fosters Investigative Services is a Jackson, Mississippi-based private investigation firm providing investigative support and information analysis across a range of case types. The company offers research-driven services with a focus on objectivity, confidentiality, and adherence to legal standards.
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Fosters Investigative Services
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Michael Foster
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6174601794
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18 Highland Meadows Drive
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Jackson
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Mississippi
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39211
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United States
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