How romantic partners influence each other's drinking habits
Dyadic Influence Processes Among Heavy Drinking Couples
This study looks at how being in a romantic relationship can influence how much alcohol you and your partner drink, both in everyday life and when getting help for drinking problems, to find ways to support couples in making healthier choices together.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of South Carolina at Columbia NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Columbia, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10690552 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how romantic partners affect each other's alcohol consumption behaviors, both in daily life and during treatment. It aims to understand the specific mechanisms of influence, including emotional responses and social control strategies, that can either promote or reduce high-risk drinking. The study will involve structured training and research activities to explore these interpersonal processes and their implications for addressing problematic alcohol use in couples. The findings could help develop targeted interventions for couples struggling with alcohol-related issues.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are couples where at least one partner engages in high-risk alcohol consumption.
Not a fit: Patients who do not consume alcohol or are not in a romantic relationship may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for reducing high-risk drinking behaviors in couples, enhancing their overall health and relationship quality.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that social dynamics in relationships can significantly impact health behaviors, suggesting that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Columbia, United States
- University of South Carolina at Columbia — Columbia, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Fillo, Jennifer Ann — University of South Carolina at Columbia
- Study coordinator: Fillo, Jennifer Ann
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 below.