How social connections affect coping with COVID-19 economic stress
Official title: Social Affiliation, Social Capital, and Longitudinal Adaptation to COVID-19 Economic Stress
Funded at Pace University New York · NIH-11082465 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how having strong friendships and trust in your community can help people handle the financial stress brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, and it’s for anyone interested in how social support can improve mental health during tough times.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Pace University New York NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project start | June 1, 2022 |
| Project end | May 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $110,158 |
| NIH project number | 5SC3GM144191-04 |
| Project ID | NIH-11082465 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals experiencing economic stress due to the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly those with varying levels of social support.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not affected by economic stress or those with stable social support systems may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how social connections and community trust influence people's ability to cope with economic stress caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. It examines the effects of social interactions on mental health and well-being during times of economic hardship. By using a longitudinal approach, the study will analyze how different levels of social capital and economic impact affect individuals' responses to stress over time. Participants will be involved in assessing their social behaviors and the broader social context in which they live.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could help identify ways to strengthen social networks and improve mental health support during economic crises.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown that social support plays a crucial role in coping with stress, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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Pace University New York
New York, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mancini, Anthony Dickinson — Pace University New York
- Study coordinator: Mancini, Anthony Dickinson
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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.