Carnegie Mellon University · PsychologyAlcohol and Relationships Research Lab
Kasey G. Creswell · Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Research Focus
Dr. Kasey G. Creswell's research focuses on how the quality of close relationships influences the risk of developing Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD). By studying couples, the lab investigates how lower relationship satisfaction can lead to heavier drinking and more alcohol-related problems. This research combines insights from psychology and behavioral science to identify mechanisms that link relationship dynamics with alcohol consumption, aiming to improve interventions for AUD by addressing relationship issues.
alcohol use disorderrelationship qualityalcohol reinforcementcouplessocial psychologydrinking behaviorinterventionsbehavioral research
Research Aims
4AIM 01Investigate how relationship quality affects alcohol consumption among couples.
AIM 02Examine the social and emotional rewards of alcohol in low-quality relationships.
AIM 03Assess the impact of alcohol reinforcement on drinking behavior over time.
AIM 04Explore the role of partner dynamics in experiencing alcohol-related problems.
Skills the Lab Values
ecological momentary assessmentdata collectionstatistical analysisobservational measuresinterview techniquesbehavioral experimentscouple therapy conceptspsychometric assessmentslab-based experimentsqualitative research
Output against the department
Publications92bottom 23% of dept.228th of 296
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Citations2.6kbottom 25% of dept.222nd of 296
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