How social networks and alcohol use affect aggression in couples from low-income communities
Duocentric Social Networks and Alcohol-Related Intimate Partner Aggression among Couples from Low-Income Communities
['FUNDING_R21'] · ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY-TEMPE CAMPUS · NIH-10950581
This study is looking at how drinking alcohol and social connections can affect arguments and aggression between partners in low-income communities, and it’s for couples who want to understand how their friendships and social circles might play a role in their relationship dynamics.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R21'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY-TEMPE CAMPUS (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (TEMPE, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10950581 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates the relationship between alcohol consumption and intimate partner aggression (IPA) by examining the social networks of couples living in low-income communities. It aims to understand how social isolation and perceptions of social norms within both in-person and virtual networks influence the risk of aggression in intimate relationships. By analyzing the social connections that partners maintain, the study seeks to identify patterns that may contribute to IPA. The research will involve 200 couples, allowing for a comprehensive look at the dynamics of their social interactions and behaviors.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are couples from low-income communities who experience issues related to alcohol use and intimate partner aggression.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have a partner or those not affected by alcohol-related aggression may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to targeted interventions that reduce intimate partner aggression by addressing social network dynamics and alcohol use.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has indicated that social contexts play a significant role in intimate partner aggression, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
TEMPE, UNITED STATES
- ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY-TEMPE CAMPUS — TEMPE, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: HAMMETT, JULIA FRIEDERIKE — ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY-TEMPE CAMPUS
- Study coordinator: HAMMETT, JULIA FRIEDERIKE
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
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