University of Denver · PsychologyLGBTQ Health and Relationships Lab
Nicholas Perry · Denver, Colorado
Research Focus
The research lab led by Nicholas Perry at the University of Denver focuses on the health disparities faced by lesbian, gay, and bisexual adults, particularly during the transition to marriage. The lab conducts studies that explore how social stress affects the physical and mental health of same-sex couples during their early married years. By combining quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews, the research aims to deepen our understanding of the relationship dynamics and health outcomes for these couples in the context of legalized marriage.
same-sex relationshipshealth disparitiesmarriagesocial stressbiopsychosocial healthlongitudinal studiesqualitative interviewsphysiological markerscouples' health
Research Aims
3AIM 01Examine changes in stress and health among recently married same-sex couples using surveys.
AIM 02Explore the evolving meaning of marriage for same-sex couples through qualitative interviews.
AIM 03Measure physiological markers of stress in couples and their association with health outcomes.
Skills the Lab Values
quantitative surveysqualitative interviewsphysiological measurementdata analysislongitudinal designstress assessmentrelationship dynamics studieshealth behavior assessment
Output against the department
Publications66bottom 14% of dept.251st of 296
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Citations1.1kbottom 9% of dept.270th of 296
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