How early adulthood relationship experiences affect social health in later adulthood
Official title: Intimate Relationship Dynamics and Social Health from Early to Established Adulthood
Funded at Trustees of Indiana University · NIH-11057699 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how tough experiences in relationships during young adulthood, like conflicts or violence, can affect your overall well-being later in life, especially for those who have faced challenges like pregnancy.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Trustees of Indiana University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Bloomington, United States) |
| Project start | April 1, 2024 |
| Project end | March 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $157,957 |
| NIH project number | 5R21HD111820-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11057699 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include young adults aged 18-23 who have experienced challenging intimate relationships.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who have not experienced any adverse relationship dynamics or are outside the age range of 18-23 may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the connection between social health in early adulthood and adverse relationship experiences during young adulthood. It focuses on understanding how experiences such as conflict, violence, and partner dynamics impact overall well-being later in life. The study utilizes existing survey data and in-depth interviews to analyze patterns of intimate relationship experiences among young adults, particularly those who have faced challenges such as pregnancy. By examining these relationships, the research aims to shed light on the long-term effects of early relationship dynamics on mental and physical health.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide insights into how to improve social health and well-being for individuals who have experienced adverse relationship dynamics in their youth.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that understanding relationship dynamics can significantly impact mental and physical health outcomes, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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Trustees of Indiana University
Bloomington, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Barber, Jennifer S. — Trustees of Indiana University
- Study coordinator: Barber, Jennifer S.
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.