The RISC (Relationships in Social Contexts) lab studies how the motivations to be safe from being hurt and see value and meaning in one’s life shape how people respond to their romantic partner, family members, and sociopolitical world.
Our lab philosophy: We can better understand romantic relationship dynamics by studying them in the context of the network of relationships people share with others—from family to friends to communities to nations to the world.
Our lab is currently doing research examining the role relationships play in helping people manage different types of self-threats.
To learn more, explore our research page or please inquire!