DYADIC Lab

The Daily Affect, Drinking, and Interpersonal Context (DYADIC) Health Lab at Portland State University is directed by Dr. Cynthia Mohr. 

Research team members examine how interpersonal relationships influence health and well-being. We use a variety of methodologies including longitudinal survey methods, daily process (experience sampling) methods and dyadic designs to reveal negative and positive interpersonal relationship phenomena, including interpersonal conflict or loneliness, as well as social support and sharing of positive experiences. 

The following are among the topics we explore:
•    Alcohol use motivations and drinking behaviors
•    Interdependence of loneliness, intimacy and health between partners
•    The health benefits of perceived partner responsiveness
•    Dyadic resilience

The lab’s research is currently supported by a number of grants from the Department of Defense and National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism. We have previously received funds from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and Northwest Health Foundation.