APS
2025 APS Annual Convention · 2025
Physiological and Health Implications of Relationship Quality and Positive Behaviors during Couple Conflict
- Grace Jumonville
The University of Texas at Austin - Kayla Carta
The University of Texas at Austin - Jacqueline Duong
The University of Texas at Austin - Sierra Walters
The University of Texas at Austin - Alyssa Carrasco
The University of Texas at Austin - Daniela Romero
University of Texas - Matthew Ahle
Colliga Apps - Gayla Margolin
University of Southern California - Sohyun Han
University of Southern California - Adela Timmons
The University of Texas at Austin
Abstract
This study examines positive behaviors during conflict in romantic relationships by analyzing real-life interactions of 77 young adult couples. Using ecological momentary assessment, audio recordings, and physiological measurements, the research explores the impact of positive behaviors during conflict such as validation, warmth, and playfulness on health outcomes and electrodermal activity.
Conflict
